Samsung Galaxy A17 5G vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $166 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 48/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 602,971); the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is noticeably lighter (192g vs 225g).
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Lighter: 192g vs 225g
- Cheaper: $166 vs $999
- Better portability (68/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 602971
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 952
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 1963
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 67/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 37 points higher (85/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (92/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (90/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (68/100 vs 29/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 5G | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1330 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 602971 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 952 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1963 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 225 g | |
| Price | $166 | $999 |
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A17 5G by 80.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $833. Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is cheaper by $833.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (92/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (90/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (87/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G (80/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (68/100 vs 29/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G by 37 points (85/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.