Huawei Pura X Max vs Samsung Galaxy M17e
The Huawei Pura X Max (2026) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro, while the Samsung Galaxy M17e (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $1520 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Pura X Max leads — 70/100 vs 43/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M17e has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5300); the Huawei Pura X Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,107,301 vs 528,398); the Huawei Pura X Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M17e doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy M17e is noticeably lighter (199g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pura X Max
Samsung Galaxy M17e
What makes Huawei Pura X Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2107301 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 1680 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6200 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 66W vs 25W
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (55/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (58/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17e better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5300 mAh
- Lighter: 199g vs 229g
- Cheaper at launch: $140 vs $1520
- Overall rating 43/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Pura X Max vs the Samsung Galaxy M17e, the Huawei Pura X Max scores 27 points higher (70/100 vs 43/100). 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 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (72/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Huawei Pura X Max — 48/100, Samsung Galaxy M17e — 62/100; 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 M17e (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (55/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (72/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura X Max and the Samsung Galaxy M17e are nearly equal (58/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Pura X Max | Samsung Galaxy M17e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | HiSilicon Kirin 9030 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 2107301 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1680 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6200 | 1980 | |
| Display | 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED | 6.7" PLS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1828x2584 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5300 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 6.1 | Android 16, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP58/IP59 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×120.0×5.2 mm | 167.4×77.4×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 229 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $1520 | $140 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
- 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED
- Resolution: 1828x2584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6.7" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Pura X Max
- 5300 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Pura X Max and Samsung Galaxy M17e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Huawei Pura X Max leads Samsung Galaxy M17e by 298.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1380. Samsung Galaxy M17e was $1380 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (77/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (55/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (72/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura X Max and the Samsung Galaxy M17e are nearly equal (58/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
The Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e by 27 points (70/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura X Max and the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
The Huawei Pura X Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17e — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
The Huawei Pura X Max leads on camera score (55/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
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 M17e?
The Huawei Pura X Max is a better fit for active users.