Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Xiaomi 17
The Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 66/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3900); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 1,656,761); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 191g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23
Xiaomi 17
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 191g
- Better portability (83/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 1656761
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $709 vs $799
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 21 points higher (87/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23 — 46/100, 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 (95/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (87/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (83/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1656761 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 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 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 49.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $90. Xiaomi 17 was $90 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (95/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (87/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (83/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 by 21 points (87/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 over the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 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.