Redmi Note 17 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Redmi Note 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; estimated prices are $185 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 57/100 vs 33/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 600,942); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 225g).
Redmi Note 17
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 25W
- Cheaper: $185 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 23/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 34/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 600942
- Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 2210
- Lighter: 180g vs 225g
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 18/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 17 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 24 points higher (57/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 leads (60/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 17 leads (97/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (30/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (60/100 vs 23/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (75/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (97/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 17 | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 600942 | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 930 | 3271 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2210 | 11051 | |
| Display | 7.0" OLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2396 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 169.7×79.1×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 225 g | 180 g | |
| Price | $185 | $1099 |
Redmi Note 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Redmi Note 17
- 7.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2396
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 17
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi Note 17 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Redmi Note 17 by 81.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $914. Redmi Note 17 is cheaper by $914.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (77/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (30/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (60/100 vs 23/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (75/100 vs 18/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (97/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 17 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 by 24 points (57/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 17 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Redmi Note 17 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 17 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 17 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (77/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 17 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Redmi Note 17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users.