Samsung Galaxy A23 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

The Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 42/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 592,015); the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G is noticeably lighter (197g vs 224g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G by 45 points (87/100 vs 42/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Samsung Galaxy A23 5G

Performance 46
Display 66
Camera 19
Battery 44
Portability 56
Value for money —

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

Performance 98
Display 81
Camera 87
Battery 83
Portability 42
Value for money 88

What makes Samsung Galaxy A23 5G better?

  • Lighter: 197g vs 224g

  • Better portability (56/100 vs 42/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 592015
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 905
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2101
  • Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 25W

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 19/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 45 points higher (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 19/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (98/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (87/100 vs 19/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (83/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China): The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Samsung Galaxy A23 5G Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 592015 3950082
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 6800 mAh
Charging 25W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 70 —
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 5 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 200 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
NFC yes yes
Protection — IP68/IP69
Dimensions 165.4×76.9×8.4 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 197 g 224 g
Launch price — $892

Camera comparison

Samsung Galaxy A23 5G

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 8MP
19
camera

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera

Display comparison

Samsung Galaxy A23 5G

  • 6.6" PLS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display

Battery and charging

Samsung Galaxy A23 5G

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • 6800 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy A23 5G and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy A23 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G
42/100
592015 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
87/100 +85.0%
3950082 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Samsung Galaxy A23 5G by 85.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Samsung Galaxy A23 5G

Price unknown

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

$892

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (98/100 vs 46/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (81/100 vs 66/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (87/100 vs 19/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G (83/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G by 45 points (87/100 vs 42/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy A23 5G has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 19/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 46/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A23 5G over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.