Motorola Razr Fold vs Xiaomi 17
The Motorola Razr Fold (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1799 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 83/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 3,057,215); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 285g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Razr Fold
Xiaomi 17
What makes Motorola Razr Fold better?
- Better camera (91/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 3057215
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 9119
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 68W
- Lighter: 191g vs 285g
- Cheaper at launch: $709 vs $1799
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 90/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Razr Fold vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 4 points higher (87/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold leads (91/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Motorola Razr Fold — 74/100, Xiaomi 17 — 88/100; 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 Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (95/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Motorola Razr Fold are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold is a bit better (91/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Motorola Razr Fold (87/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Razr Fold | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 10162 | |
| Display | 8.1" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2480x2200 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX9 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.1×144.5×4.7 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 285 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Razr Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Motorola Razr Fold
- 8.1" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Razr Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Razr Fold and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Motorola Razr Fold by 5.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1090. Xiaomi 17 was $1090 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (95/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Motorola Razr Fold are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold is a bit better (91/100 vs 81/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Motorola Razr Fold (87/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Razr Fold or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 edges out the Motorola Razr Fold by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Razr Fold and the Xiaomi 17?
The Motorola Razr Fold has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Razr Fold or the Xiaomi 17?
The Motorola Razr Fold leads on camera score (91/100 vs 81/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Razr Fold or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Razr Fold over the Xiaomi 17?
The Motorola Razr Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.