Redmi 17 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Redmi 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $199 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 72/100 vs 51/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 652,054).
Redmi 17
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4800 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 52/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 652054
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 943
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 2410
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 49/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 75/100)
Comparing the Redmi 17 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 21 points higher (72/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (98/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17 leads (68/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi 17 — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 48/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (98/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Redmi 17 are nearly equal (79/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Redmi 17 (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (68/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
| Specification | Redmi 17 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 652054 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 943 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2410 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.9" LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2460x1080 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Weight | 215 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $199 | $1999 |
Redmi 17
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Redmi 17
- 6.9" LCD
- Resolution: 2460x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 17
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi 17 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Redmi 17 by 83.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $1800. Redmi 17 was $1800 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 (98/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Redmi 17 are nearly equal (79/100 vs 75/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Redmi 17 (50/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (68/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 44/100.
Which is better: the Redmi 17 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 17 by 21 points (72/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 17 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Redmi 17 has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 17 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (98/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 17 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Redmi 17 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.