Samsung Galaxy M33 5G vs Xiaomi 17
The Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (2022) runs on the Exynos 1280, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 45/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 615,425); the Xiaomi 17 is thinner (8.1mm vs 9.4mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M33 5G
Xiaomi 17
What makes Samsung Galaxy M33 5G better?
- Overall rating 45/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 615425
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 956
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 2082
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Lighter: 191g vs 198g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 42 points higher (87/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (95/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (63/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M33 5G | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1280 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 615425 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 956 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2082 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.6" TFT LCD | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI 4.1 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.4×76.9×9.4 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M33 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M33 5G
- 6.6" TFT LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M33 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M33 5G and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Samsung Galaxy M33 5G by 81.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy M33 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (95/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (85/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (81/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (87/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G (63/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G by 42 points (87/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G and the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung Galaxy M33 5G has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M33 5G over the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.