Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 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 49/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 1,681,378); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the stronger camera (166 vs 140).
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 49/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 1681378
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Lighter: 226g vs 234g
- Cheaper: $999 vs $1199
- Higher performance (87/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 42/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (17/100 vs 7/100)
- Better value for money (41/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 33 points higher (82/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 42/100). 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 S23 Ultra (87/100 vs 29/100). 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 S23 Ultra (93/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (72/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (17/100 vs 7/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (41/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1681378 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3088 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | 166 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, One UI 5.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.1×8.9 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 226 g | |
| Price | $1199 | $999 |
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3088
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
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 Ultra and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra by 53.2% 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 S23 Ultra (87/100 vs 29/100).
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 S23 Ultra (93/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (72/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (17/100 vs 7/100).
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 S23 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra by 33 points (82/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 73/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (87/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.