Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra vs Xiaomi 14
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2200, while the Xiaomi 14 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $1199 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 14 leads — 75/100 vs 67/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4610); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 14 is faster in AnTuTu (2,363,726 vs 1,434,169); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 14 has the stronger camera (138 vs 135); the Xiaomi 14 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 228g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
Xiaomi 14
What makes Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4610 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Better display (88/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 14 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2363726 vs 1434169
- Better Geekbench Single: 2200 vs 1588
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7000 vs 3958
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 193g vs 228g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $1199
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 69/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 14, the Xiaomi 14 scores 8 points higher (75/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 14 leads (82/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra — 44/100, Xiaomi 14 — 64/100; 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 14 is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and the Xiaomi 14 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 and the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra are nearly equal (71/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 is a bit better (65/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (61/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra | Xiaomi 14 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2200 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1434169 | 2363726 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1588 | 2200 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3958 | 7000 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3088x1440 | 2670x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4610 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 135 | 138 | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 40 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 14 / HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.9×8.9 mm | 152.8×71.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 228 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 40MP
Xiaomi 14
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3088x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 14
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 14
- 4610 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and Xiaomi 14, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 14 leads Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra by 39.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $600. Xiaomi 14 was $600 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 14 is a bit better (82/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and the Xiaomi 14 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 and the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra are nearly equal (71/100 vs 69/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 is a bit better (65/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (61/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra or the Xiaomi 14?
The Xiaomi 14 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and the Xiaomi 14?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Xiaomi 14 — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra or the Xiaomi 14?
The Xiaomi 14 leads on performance (82/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra over the Xiaomi 14?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 14 is a better fit for gamers and power users.