Redmi Note 17 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Redmi Note 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $185 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 50/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 593,849); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 17
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Redmi Note 17 better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4800 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 593849
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 952
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2328
- Lighter: 201g vs 225g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 48/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 17 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 23 points higher (73/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 leads (64/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Redmi Note 17 — 64/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (96/100 vs 48/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Redmi Note 17 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (74/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 17 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 593849 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 952 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2328 | 11047 | |
| Display | 7.0" OLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2396 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 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 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 169.7×79.1×8.3 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 225 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $185 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 17
- 7.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2396
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 17
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 17 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Redmi Note 17 by 82.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1814. Redmi Note 17 was $1814 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (96/100 vs 48/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Redmi Note 17 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (50/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (74/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 17 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 by 23 points (73/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 17 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Redmi Note 17 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 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 Note 17 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 17 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.