Samsung Galaxy S10+ vs Xiaomi 17 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S10+ (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9820, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $825. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads — 86/100 vs 41/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro has the bigger battery (6300 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,569,354 vs 744,321); the Samsung Galaxy S10+ is noticeably lighter (175g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S10+
Xiaomi 17 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S10+ better?
- Lighter: 175g vs 192g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3569354 vs 744321
- Better Geekbench Single: 3310 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10070 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 6300 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 9W
- Cheaper at launch: $825 vs $999
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S10+ vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro, the Xiaomi 17 Pro scores 45 points higher (86/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (95/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (81/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (84/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S10+ — 0/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro — 86/100; 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (95/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (81/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (84/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10+ is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S10+ | Xiaomi 17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9820 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 744321 | 3569354 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 3310 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2710 | 10070 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2656x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 6300 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 9W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.6×74.1×7.8 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 175 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $825 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S10+
- Main: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S10+
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S10+
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless: 9W
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S10+ and Xiaomi 17 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S10+ by 79.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $174. Xiaomi 17 Pro was $174 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (95/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (85/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (81/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (84/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10+ is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S10+ or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ by 45 points (86/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S10+ and the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S10+ has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S10+ or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro leads on camera score (81/100 vs 16/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S10+ or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro leads on performance (95/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S10+ over the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.