Samsung Galaxy A06 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Samsung Galaxy A06 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 34/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 348,562); the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A06 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A06 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A06
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy A06 better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 219g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A06 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 54 points higher (88/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (97/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A06 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (66/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A06 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 167.3×77.3×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 189 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A06
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A06
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A06
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A06 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Samsung Galaxy A06 by 90.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy A06
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (97/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (81/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (90/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 (90/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A06 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (66/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A06 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A06 by 54 points (88/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A06 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Samsung Galaxy A06 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A06 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A06 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A06 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.