Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Xiaomi 14
The Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 14 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $799 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 14 leads — 75/100 vs 66/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 14 has the bigger battery (4610 mAh vs 3900); the Xiaomi 14 is faster in AnTuTu (2,363,726 vs 1,656,761); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 14 has the stronger camera (138 vs 133); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 193g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23
Xiaomi 14
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 193g
- Better portability (83/100 vs 61/100)
What makes Xiaomi 14 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2363726 vs 1656761
- Better Geekbench Single: 2200 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7000 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 4610 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $799
- Higher performance (82/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 vs the Xiaomi 14, the Xiaomi 14 scores 9 points higher (75/100 vs 66/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 leads (65/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23 — 46/100, Xiaomi 14 — 64/100; 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 14 is a bit better (82/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (71/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (65/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14 (83/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Xiaomi 14 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1656761 | 2363726 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 2200 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 7000 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2670x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 4610 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | 138 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 14 / HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 152.8×71.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 14
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 14
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 14
- 4610 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 and Xiaomi 14, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 14 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 29.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Xiaomi 14 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 14 is a bit better (82/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (71/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (65/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14 (83/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Xiaomi 14?
The Xiaomi 14 edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Xiaomi 14?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Xiaomi 14 — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Xiaomi 14?
The Xiaomi 14 leads on performance (82/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 over the Xiaomi 14?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 14 is a better fit for gamers and power users.