Samsung Galaxy S20 vs Xiaomi 17T Pro

The Samsung Galaxy S20 (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $999 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 47/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,176,468 vs 888,046); the Samsung Galaxy S20 is noticeably lighter (163g vs 205g).

The Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 by 35 points (82/100 vs 47/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S20
Performance 57
Display 85
Camera 11
Battery 32
Portability 96
Value for money 6
Xiaomi 17T Pro
Performance 92
Display 94
Camera 63
Battery 87
Portability 54
Value for money 76
What makes Samsung Galaxy S20 better?
  • Lighter: 163g vs 205g

  • Better portability (96/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3176468 vs 888046
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1222
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 3060
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $999

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 57/100)
  • Better camera (63/100 vs 11/100)
  • Longer battery life (87/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S20 vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 35 points higher (82/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (92/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (63/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S20 — 6/100, Xiaomi 17T Pro — 76/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (92/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (63/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (96/100 vs 54/100).

Samsung Galaxy S20: The Samsung Galaxy S20 is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 17T Pro: The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S20 Xiaomi 17T Pro
Processor Samsung Exynos 990 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 888046 3176468
Geekbench Single 1222 3228
Geekbench Multi 3060 9553
Display 6.2" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 100W
Wireless charging 50W
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB
Storage 128GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Weight 163 g 205 g
Launch price $999 $899
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S20
  • Main: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
11
camera
Xiaomi 17T Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
63
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S20
  • 6.2" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
Xiaomi 17T Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S20
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
32
battery
Xiaomi 17T Pro
  • 7000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
87
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy S20 and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy S20 Samsung Exynos 990
47/100
888046 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17T Pro MediaTek Dimensity 9500
82/100 +72.0%
3176468 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S20 by 72.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy S20
$999
Xiaomi 17T Pro
$899

Launch price difference: $100. Xiaomi 17T Pro was $100 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (92/100 vs 57/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (63/100 vs 11/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (87/100 vs 32/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (96/100 vs 54/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S20 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 by 35 points (82/100 vs 47/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S20 and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S20 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 11/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S20 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on performance (92/100 vs 57/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S20 over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy S20 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.