Samsung Galaxy S24 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy S24 (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 61/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4000); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 1,820,628); the Samsung Galaxy S24 is noticeably lighter (167g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S24
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy S24 better?
- Lighter: 167g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $999
- Better portability (82/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 1820628
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2115
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6826
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 78/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S24 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 27 points higher (88/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S24 — 36/100, 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 (98/100 vs 78/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (89/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (82/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S24 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2400 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1820628 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2115 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6826 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| 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 | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.5×75.9×7.7 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S24
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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 and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy S24 by 54.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Samsung Galaxy S24 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (98/100 vs 78/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (89/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (82/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S24 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 by 27 points (88/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S24 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S24 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S24 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S24 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 is a better fit for active 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.