Samsung Galaxy M06 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Samsung Galaxy M06 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 40/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 528,398); the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M06 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy M06 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M06
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy M06 better?
- Lighter: 191g vs 219g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M06 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 48 points higher (88/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M06 (97/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M06 (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M06 (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M06 (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M06 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (64/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M06 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" PLS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI Core 7.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 167.4×77.4×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 191 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M06
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M06
- 6.7" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M06
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M06 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Samsung Galaxy M06 by 85.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy M06
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M06 (97/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M06 (81/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M06 (90/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M06 (90/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M06 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (64/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M06 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M06 by 48 points (88/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M06 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Samsung Galaxy M06 has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M06 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M06 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M06 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.