Samsung Galaxy S10+ vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

The Samsung Galaxy S10+ (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9820, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $892. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 41/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 744,321); the Samsung Galaxy S10+ is noticeably lighter (175g vs 224g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ by 46 points (87/100 vs 41/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Samsung Galaxy S10+

Performance 52
Display 51
Camera 16
Battery 36
Portability 76
Value for money 0

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

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

What makes Samsung Galaxy S10+ better?

  • Lighter: 175g vs 224g

  • Better portability (76/100 vs 42/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 744321
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1008
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2710
  • Bigger battery: 6800 vs 4100 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 9W
  • Cheaper at launch: $892 vs $999

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 16/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 51/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S10+ vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 46 points higher (87/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S10+ — 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 S10+ (98/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (81/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (87/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (83/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10+ significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (76/100 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+ Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
Processor Samsung Exynos 9820 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 744321 3950082
Geekbench Single 1008 3639
Geekbench Multi 2710 11047
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution — 1200x2608
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4100 mAh 6800 mAh
Charging — 90W
Wireless charging 9W 50W
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 12 MP 200 MP
Front camera 10 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 512GB / 1TB 512GB / 1TB
OS — Android 16
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 157.6×74.1×7.8 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 175 g 224 g
Launch price $999 $892

Camera comparison

Samsung Galaxy S10+

  • Main: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
16
camera

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

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

Display comparison

Samsung Galaxy S10+

  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
51
display

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

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

Battery and charging

Samsung Galaxy S10+

  • 4100 mAh
  • Wireless: 9W
36
battery

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

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

Overall performance score

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

Samsung Galaxy S10+ Samsung Exynos 9820
41/100
744321 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
87/100 +81.2%
3950082 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Samsung Galaxy S10+ by 81.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Samsung Galaxy S10+

$999

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

$892

Launch price difference: $107. Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) was $107 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (98/100 vs 52/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (81/100 vs 51/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (87/100 vs 16/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (83/100 vs 36/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10+ significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (76/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions

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

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ by 46 points (87/100 vs 41/100).

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

The Samsung Galaxy S10+ has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.

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

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 16/100).

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

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 52/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S10+ 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.