Samsung Galaxy S10+ vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy S10+ (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9820, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 41/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,667,711 vs 744,321); the Samsung Galaxy S10+ is noticeably lighter (175g vs 226g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ by 48 points (89/100 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

Performance 97
Display 89
Camera 93
Battery 80
Portability 40
Value for money 88

What makes Samsung Galaxy S10+ better?

  • Lighter: 175g vs 226g

  • Better portability (76/100 vs 40/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3667711 vs 744321
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1008
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2710
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4100 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 9W

  • Higher performance (97/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better camera (93/100 vs 16/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 51/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S10+ vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 48 points higher (89/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 36/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S10+ — 0/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (97/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (93/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (80/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10+ significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (76/100 vs 40/100).

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 S10+ Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Processor Samsung Exynos 9820 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 744321 3667711
Geekbench Single 1008 3639
Geekbench Multi 2710 11047
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution — 3200x1440
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4100 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging — 90W
Wireless charging 9W 50W
DXOMark (camera) — 166
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 12 MP 200 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS — Android 16
Brightness (peak) — 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 157.6×74.1×7.8 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 175 g 226 g
Launch price $999 $999

Camera comparison

Samsung Galaxy S10+

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

Xiaomi 17 Ultra

  • Main: 50MP f/1.63
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 32MP
93
camera

Display comparison

Samsung Galaxy S10+

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

Xiaomi 17 Ultra

  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display

Battery and charging

Samsung Galaxy S10+

  • 4100 mAh
  • Wireless: 9W
36
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 S10+ and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy S10+ Samsung Exynos 9820
41/100
744321 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
89/100 +79.7%
3667711 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S10+ by 79.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Samsung Galaxy S10+

$999

Xiaomi 17 Ultra

$999

Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (97/100 vs 52/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (89/100 vs 51/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (93/100 vs 16/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ (80/100 vs 36/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10+ significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (76/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions

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

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10+ by 48 points (89/100 vs 41/100).

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

The Samsung Galaxy S10+ has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.

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

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 16/100).

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

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 52/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S10+ over the 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.