Samsung Galaxy S22 vs Xiaomi 17
The Samsung Galaxy S22 (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2200, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 56/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3700); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 1,434,169); the Samsung Galaxy S22 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 191g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S22
Xiaomi 17
What makes Samsung Galaxy S22 better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 191g
- Better portability (83/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 1434169
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1588
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 3958
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $709 vs $799
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S22 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 31 points higher (87/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S22 — 26/100, Xiaomi 17 — 88/100; 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 17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 (95/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Samsung Galaxy S22 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 (87/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (83/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S22 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2200 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1434169 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1588 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3958 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| 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 | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.0×70.6×7.6 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S22
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S22 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Samsung Galaxy S22 by 57.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $90. Xiaomi 17 was $90 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 (95/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Samsung Galaxy S22 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 (81/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 (87/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (83/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S22 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 by 31 points (87/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S22 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S22 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S22 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S22 over the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.