Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Xiaomi 15 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Xiaomi 15 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $147 and $771. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 45/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Pro has the bigger battery (6100 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 15 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,001,049 vs 552,286); the Samsung Galaxy A17 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 213g).
Samsung Galaxy A17
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Lighter: 190g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $147 vs $771
- Better portability (70/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3001049 vs 552286
- Better Geekbench Single: 2798 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10104 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 6100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 67/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Xiaomi 15 Pro, the Xiaomi 15 Pro scores 38 points higher (83/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (78/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (90/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Pro (70/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 | Xiaomi 15 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 552286 | 3001049 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 2798 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 10104 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6100 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| 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 | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 161.3×75.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $147 | $771 |
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 and Xiaomi 15 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy A17 by 81.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $624. Samsung Galaxy A17 was $624 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (90/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (78/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (80/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Pro (70/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (78/100 vs 66/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 by 38 points (83/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Xiaomi 15 Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro leads on camera score (78/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.