Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs Xiaomi 17
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $599 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 63/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 1,436,963); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Xiaomi 17
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 FE better?
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $709
- Overall rating 63/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 1436963
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 191g vs 209g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 69/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 24 points higher (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23 FE — 40/100, 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 S23 FE (95/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (81/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1436963 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1662 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4188 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 127 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1450 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 4500 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 S23 FE and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 55.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $110. Samsung Galaxy S23 FE was $110 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (95/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (81/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (87/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by 24 points (87/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE over the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE 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.