Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7570, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $200 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 90/100 vs 16/100 (a 74-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 2400); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 is noticeably lighter (149g vs 219g).
Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Lighter: 149g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $999
- Better portability (81/100 vs 48/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 122
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 405
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 2400 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 2160Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 51/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 74 points higher (90/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 — 0/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 92/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (98/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (91/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (89/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (81/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7570 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 122 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 405 | 11033 | |
| Display | 5.0" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 2160 Hz | |
| Battery | 2400 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 143.2×70.3×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 149 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $999 |
Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
- 5.0" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
- 2400 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Launch price difference: $799. Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 was $799 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (98/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (91/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (89/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (81/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 by 74 points (90/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 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.