Huawei Pura X Max vs Samsung Galaxy A17
The Huawei Pura X Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99; launch prices were $1520 and $147. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Pura X Max leads — 70/100 vs 45/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Pura X Max has the bigger battery (5300 mAh vs 5000); the Huawei Pura X Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,107,301 vs 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy A17 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pura X Max
Samsung Galaxy A17
What makes Huawei Pura X Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2107301 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 1680 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6200 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 5300 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (55/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 67/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 229g
- Cheaper at launch: $147 vs $1520
- Better portability (70/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Pura X Max vs the Samsung Galaxy A17, the Huawei Pura X Max scores 25 points higher (70/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (55/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (72/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Huawei Pura X Max — 48/100, Samsung Galaxy A17 — 66/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (55/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (72/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (70/100 vs 58/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Pura X Max | Samsung Galaxy A17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | 2107301 | 554590 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1680 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6200 | 2047 | |
| Display | 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2584 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5300 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 5 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP58/IP59 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×120.0×5.2 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 229 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $1520 | $147 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED
- Resolution: 1828x2584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Pura X Max
- 5300 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Pura X Max and Samsung Galaxy A17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Pura X Max leads Samsung Galaxy A17 by 280.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1373. Samsung Galaxy A17 was $1373 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (77/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura X Max is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (55/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (72/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (70/100 vs 58/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 by 25 points (70/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura X Max and the Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Huawei Pura X Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Samsung Galaxy A17 — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Huawei Pura X Max leads on camera score (55/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Huawei Pura X Max leads on performance (77/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura X Max over the Samsung Galaxy A17?
The Huawei Pura X Max is a better fit for active users.