Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $599 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 4500); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 1,436,963); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the stronger camera (166 vs 127); the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is noticeably lighter (209g vs 226g).
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Lighter: 209g vs 226g
- Cheaper: $599 vs $999
- Better design/ergonomics (38/100 vs 17/100)
- Better value for money (69/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 1436963
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1675
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4453
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (87/100 vs 20/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE 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 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads (69/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (87/100 vs 20/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (93/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (72/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (38/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (69/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1436963 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1675 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4453 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 127 | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1450 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 226 g | |
| Price | $599 | $999 |
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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 S23 FE and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 60.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $400. Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is cheaper by $400.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (87/100 vs 20/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (93/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (72/100 vs 27/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (38/100 vs 17/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (69/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 37 points (82/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (87/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.