Samsung Galaxy M23 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy M23 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G 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 43/100 (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 566,483); the Samsung Galaxy M23 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M23
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy M23 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 219g
- Better portability (55/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 566483
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 601
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1882
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M23 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 45 points higher (88/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 41/100). 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 "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M23 is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M23 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 566483 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 601 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1882 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" TFT 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) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI 4.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.5×77.0×8.4 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M23
- 6.6" TFT 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 M23
- 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 M23 and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy M23 by 85.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy M23
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (98/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (81/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (87/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 (89/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M23 is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M23 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M23 by 45 points (88/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M23 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy M23 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M23 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 M23 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M23 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.