Samsung Galaxy Note 8 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 8895, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $929 and $892. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 32/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 435,852); the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Note 8
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Note 8 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 224g
- Better portability (56/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 435852
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1445
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $892 vs $929
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 55 points higher (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Note 8 — 0/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 88/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (98/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (87/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (83/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Note 8 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 8895 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 435852 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1445 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" Super AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2960x1440 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3300 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.5×74.8×8.6 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $929 | $892 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 8
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 8
- 6.3" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2960x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Note 8
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Note 8 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Samsung Galaxy Note 8 by 89.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $37. Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) was $37 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (98/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (81/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (87/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (83/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is a bit better (56/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 by 55 points (87/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 15/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.