Samsung Galaxy M36 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Samsung Galaxy M36 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380, 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 51/100 (a 37-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 767,711); the Samsung Galaxy M36 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M36
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy M36 better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 219g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 767711
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M36 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 37 points higher (88/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 34/100). 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 M36 (97/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Samsung Galaxy M36 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (90/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M36 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (64/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M36 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 767711 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2710 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.7 mm | — | |
| Weight | 197 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M36
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M36
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M36
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy M36 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Samsung Galaxy M36 by 79.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy M36
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (97/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Samsung Galaxy M36 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (90/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (90/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M36 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (64/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M36 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 by 37 points (88/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M36 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Samsung Galaxy M36 has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M36 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M36 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M36 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.