Samsung Galaxy S24 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S24 (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $317 and $1500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 88/100 vs 61/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 1,888,350); the Samsung Galaxy S24 is noticeably lighter (167g vs 226g).
Samsung Galaxy S24
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Lighter: 167g vs 226g
- Cheaper: $317 vs $1500
- Better portability (82/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 1888350
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2085
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 6507
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 78/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
- Better value for money (80/100 vs 64/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S24 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 27 points higher (88/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (96/100 vs 78/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (93/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (80/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (82/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (80/100 vs 64/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S24 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2400 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1888350 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2085 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6507 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 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 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 | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 226 g | |
| Price | $317 | $1500 |
Samsung Galaxy S24
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S24
- 4000 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 S24 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S24 by 47.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1183. Samsung Galaxy S24 is cheaper by $1183.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (96/100 vs 78/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (93/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (80/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S24 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (82/100 vs 40/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S24 (80/100 vs 64/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S24 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra 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 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S24 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S24 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S24 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S24 is a better fit for active users. 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.