Samsung Galaxy A23 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, 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 42/100 (a 46-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 592,015); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the stronger camera (159 vs 70); the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G is noticeably lighter (197g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy A23 5G better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 219g
- Better portability (56/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 19/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 46 points higher (88/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 19/100). 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 A23 5G (98/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (87/100 vs 19/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A23 5G | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" PLS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 70 | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI 4.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.4×76.9×8.4 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G
- 6.6" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G
- 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 A23 5G and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy A23 5G by 85.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (98/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (81/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (87/100 vs 19/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (89/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G by 46 points (88/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy A23 5G has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 19/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G 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.