Samsung Galaxy S22+ vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy S22+ (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 90/100 vs 58/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4500); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 1,290,942); the Samsung Galaxy S22+ is noticeably lighter (196g vs 219g).
Samsung Galaxy S22+
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Lighter: 196g vs 219g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 48/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 1290942
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1675
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4453
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 2160Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 69/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 79/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S22+ vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 32 points higher (90/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S22+ — 28/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 92/100; 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 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22+ (98/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22+ (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22+ (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (64/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S22+ | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1290942 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1675 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4453 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 2160 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $999 |
Samsung Galaxy S22+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S22+
- 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S22+
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S22+ and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy S22+ by 67.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22+ (98/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22+ (87/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22+ (89/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22+ notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (64/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S22+ or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22+ by 32 points (90/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S22+ and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy S22+ has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S22+ or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S22+ or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S22+ over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy S22+ is a better fit for active users. 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.