Samsung Galaxy M55s vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy M55s (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 88/100 vs 55/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 840,330); the Samsung Galaxy M55s is noticeably lighter (180g vs 226g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M55s by 33 points (88/100 vs 55/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M55s
Performance 55
Display 79
Camera 44
Battery 48
Portability 73
Value for money
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Performance 96
Display 89
Camera 93
Battery 80
Portability 40
Value for money 88
What makes Samsung Galaxy M55s better?
  • Lighter: 180g vs 226g

  • Better portability (73/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 840330
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1039
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 2885
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 45W

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better camera (93/100 vs 44/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M55s vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 33 points higher (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M55s (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M55s (93/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M55s (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M55s significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (73/100 vs 40/100).

Samsung Galaxy M55s: The Samsung Galaxy M55s is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra: The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy M55s Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 840330 3593401
Geekbench Single 1039 3640
Geekbench Multi 2885 11033
Display 6.7" Super AMOLED+ 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 3200x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 45W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 166
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 200 MP
Front camera 50 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 163.9×76.5×7.8 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 180 g 226 g
Launch price $999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M55s
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
44
camera
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.63
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 32MP
93
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M55s
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED+
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M55s
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
80
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy M55s and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy M55s Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1
55/100
840330 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
88/100 +76.6%
3593401 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy M55s by 76.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy M55s
Price unknown
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
$999
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M55s (96/100 vs 55/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M55s (93/100 vs 44/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M55s (80/100 vs 48/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M55s significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (73/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M55s or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M55s by 33 points (88/100 vs 55/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M55s and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy M55s has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M55s or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 44/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M55s or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M55s over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Samsung Galaxy M55s is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.