Samsung Galaxy S10e vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy S10e (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9820, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $749 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 40/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 3100); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 744,321); the Samsung Galaxy S10e is noticeably lighter (150g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S10e
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy S10e better?
- Lighter: 150g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $749 vs $999
- Better portability (84/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 744321
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 3100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 20/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S10e vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 48 points higher (88/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S10e — 0/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 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 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (98/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (81/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (87/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (89/100 vs 20/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (84/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S10e | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9820 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 744321 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2710 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.8" Dynamic AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2280x1080 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3100 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 142.2×69.9×7.9 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 150 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $749 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S10e
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S10e
- 5.8" Dynamic AMOLED
- Resolution: 2280x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S10e
- 3100 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S10e and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy S10e by 81.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $250. Samsung Galaxy S10e was $250 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (98/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (81/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (87/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e (89/100 vs 20/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (84/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S10e or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10e by 48 points (88/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S10e and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy S10e has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S10e or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S10e or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S10e over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.