Samsung Galaxy S20 vs Xiaomi 17
The Samsung Galaxy S20 (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 47/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,207,732 vs 888,046); the Samsung Galaxy S20 is noticeably lighter (163g vs 191g).
Samsung Galaxy S20
Xiaomi 17
- Lighter: 163g vs 191g
- Better portability (96/100 vs 63/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3207732 vs 888046
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1222
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 3060
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Cheaper at launch: $709 vs $999
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 11/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S20 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 40 points higher (87/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S20 — 6/100, Xiaomi 17 — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (95/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (81/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (96/100 vs 63/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S20 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 990 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 888046 | 3207732 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1222 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3060 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $709 |
Samsung Galaxy S20
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S20
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S20
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S20 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Samsung Galaxy S20 by 72.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $290. Xiaomi 17 was $290 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (95/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (81/100 vs 11/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (87/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (96/100 vs 63/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S20 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 by 40 points (87/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S20 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S20 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 11/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S20 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S20 over the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.