Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2200, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $1199 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 82/100 vs 45/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 1,434,169); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the stronger camera (166 vs 135).
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 45/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 1434169
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1588
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 3958
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 226g vs 228g
- Cheaper: $999 vs $1199
- Higher performance (87/100 vs 18/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 69/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 45/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (17/100 vs 15/100)
- Better value for money (41/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 37 points higher (82/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (41/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (87/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (93/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (72/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra are nearly equal (17/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (41/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2200 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1434169 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1588 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3958 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3088x1440 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 135 | 166 | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 40 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 228 g | 226 g | |
| Price | $1199 | $999 |
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 40MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3088x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra by 60.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $200. Xiaomi 17 Ultra is cheaper by $200.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (87/100 vs 18/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (93/100 vs 69/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (72/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra are nearly equal (17/100 vs 15/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (41/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra by 37 points (82/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 69/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (87/100 vs 18/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.