Samsung Galaxy A05 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy A05 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 33/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 348,562); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A05 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A05 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A05
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy A05 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 219g
- Better portability (53/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A05 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 55 points higher (88/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (98/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 is a bit better (53/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A05 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.2×8.8 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A05
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A05 and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy A05 by 91.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy A05
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (98/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (81/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (89/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 is a bit better (53/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 by 55 points (88/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A05 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy A05 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A05 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.