Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

The Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 52/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 824,513); the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite is noticeably lighter (186g vs 224g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite by 35 points (87/100 vs 52/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite

Performance 54
Display 81
Camera 41
Battery 38
Portability 66
Value for money —

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

Performance 98
Display 81
Camera 87
Battery 83
Portability 42
Value for money 88

What makes Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite better?

  • Lighter: 186g vs 224g

  • Better portability (66/100 vs 42/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 824513
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 968
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2731
  • Bigger battery: 6800 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 41/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 38/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 35 points higher (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite (98/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite (87/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite (83/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (66/100 vs 42/100).

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.

Specs comparison

Specification Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 824513 3950082
Geekbench Single 968 3639
Geekbench Multi 2731 11047
Display 6.7" Super AMOLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1200x2608
Refresh rate — 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 6800 mAh
Charging 45W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 200 MP
Front camera 32 MP 50 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 512GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 10.0; One UI 2.1 Android 16
NFC yes yes
Protection — IP68/IP69
Dimensions 162.5×75.6×8.1 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 186 g 224 g
Launch price — $892

Camera comparison

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite

  • Main: 48MP f/2.0
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 32MP
41
camera

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera

Display comparison

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite

  • 6.7" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
81
display

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display

Battery and charging

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite

  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
38
battery

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • 6800 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite Qualcomm Snapdragon 855
52/100
824513 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
87/100 +79.1%
3950082 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite by 79.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite

Price unknown

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

$892

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite (98/100 vs 54/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite (87/100 vs 41/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite (83/100 vs 38/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (66/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite by 35 points (87/100 vs 52/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 41/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 54/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite 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.