Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $147 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 90/100 vs 45/100 (a 45-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 552,286); the Samsung Galaxy A17 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).
Samsung Galaxy A17
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Lighter: 190g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $147 vs $999
- Better portability (70/100 vs 48/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 552286
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 2160Hz 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 (91/100 vs 67/100)
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 45 points higher (90/100 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 "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (98/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (91/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (70/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (92/100 vs 66/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 552286 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 2160 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 / One UI 7 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 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 | $147 | $999 |
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 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
We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy A17 by 86.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $852. Samsung Galaxy A17 was $852 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (98/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (91/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (87/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (89/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (70/100 vs 48/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (92/100 vs 66/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 by 45 points (90/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 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 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 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for everyday use. 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.