Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S23 (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 $229 and $1500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 88/100 vs 66/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3900); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 1,660,456); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the stronger camera (166 vs 133); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 226g).
Samsung Galaxy S23
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Lighter: 168g vs 226g
- Cheaper: $229 vs $1500
- Better portability (83/100 vs 40/100)
- Better value for money (90/100 vs 80/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 1660456
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 22 points higher (88/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (93/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (80/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (83/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1660456 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 226 g | |
| Price | $229 | $1500 |
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 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 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 53.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1271. Samsung Galaxy S23 is cheaper by $1271.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (96/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (93/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (80/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (83/100 vs 40/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 by 22 points (88/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.