Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1299 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 74/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 2,201,149); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the stronger camera (159 vs 144).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better display (88/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 2201149
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2250
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7200
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 219g vs 232g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1299
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 14 points higher (88/100 vs 74/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra — 58/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 86/100; 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 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra (98/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (87/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (48/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2201149 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2250 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7200 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3088x1440 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 144 | 159 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 / One UI 6.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.3×79.0×8.6 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 232 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
- 6.8" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3088x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra by 44.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Xiaomi 17 Pro Max was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra (98/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (87/100 vs 76/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra (89/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (48/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 76/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.