Huawei Pura X Max vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Huawei Pura X Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; estimated prices are $1520 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Pura X Max leads — 70/100 vs 48/100 (a 22-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 607,137); the Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 229g).
Huawei Pura X Max
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Higher AnTuTu: 2107301 vs 607137
- Better Geekbench Single: 1680 vs 952
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6200 vs 1963
- Bigger battery: 5300 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (55/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 67/100)
- Lighter: 192g vs 229g
- Cheaper: $130 vs $1520
- Better portability (69/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Huawei Pura X Max vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Huawei Pura X Max scores 22 points higher (70/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (77/100 vs 47/100). 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 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (77/100 vs 47/100). 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 M17 (55/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (72/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (69/100 vs 58/100).
| Specification | Huawei Pura X Max | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 2107301 | 607137 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1680 | 952 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6200 | 1963 | |
| 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 | — | |
| 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 | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 1100 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 | 192 g | |
| Price | $1520 | $130 |
Huawei Pura X Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Huawei Pura X Max
- 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED
- Resolution: 1828x2584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Huawei Pura X Max
- 5300 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Huawei Pura X Max and Samsung Galaxy M17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Pura X Max leads Samsung Galaxy M17 by 247.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1390. Samsung Galaxy M17 is cheaper by $1390.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (77/100 vs 47/100).
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 M17 (55/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (72/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (69/100 vs 58/100).
Which is better: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 by 22 points (70/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura X Max and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Huawei Pura X Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
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 M17?
The Huawei Pura X Max leads on performance (77/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura X Max over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Huawei Pura X Max is a better fit for active users. The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for everyday use.