Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs Xiaomi 17
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1099 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 75/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 3,034,849); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 191g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
Xiaomi 17
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 191g
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 3034849
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 2970
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 9490
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $709 vs $1099
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 12 points higher (87/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100, 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 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge are nearly equal (95/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (81/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (87/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (97/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3034849 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2970 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9490 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 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 S25 Edge and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge by 6.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $390. Xiaomi 17 was $390 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge are nearly equal (95/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (81/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (87/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (97/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 73/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge over the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power 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.