Samsung Galaxy A17 4G vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, 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 45/100 (a 43-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 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 4G better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 219g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 43 points higher (88/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 33/100). 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 A17 4G (98/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (70/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 4G | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
- 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 A17 4G and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy A17 4G by 86.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy A17 4G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (98/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (87/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G (89/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (70/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G by 43 points (88/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 4G has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 4G 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.