Samsung Galaxy S25 FE vs Xiaomi 17 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $599 and $825. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads — 86/100 vs 68/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro has the bigger battery (6300 mAh vs 4700); the Xiaomi 17 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,569,354 vs 2,000,659).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
Xiaomi 17 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 FE better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $825
- Better portability (71/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3569354 vs 2000659
- Better Geekbench Single: 3310 vs 2115
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10070 vs 6826
- Bigger battery: 6300 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 80/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro, the Xiaomi 17 Pro scores 18 points higher (86/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (95/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (81/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (84/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 FE — 50/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro — 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (95/100 vs 80/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (81/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (84/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is a bit better (71/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 FE | Xiaomi 17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2400 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2000659 | 3569354 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2115 | 3310 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6826 | 10070 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2656x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 6300 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 118 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×76.6×7.4 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $825 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 FE and Xiaomi 17 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S25 FE by 43.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $226. Samsung Galaxy S25 FE was $226 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (95/100 vs 80/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (81/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (84/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is a bit better (71/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE and the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro leads on camera score (81/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro leads on performance (95/100 vs 80/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE over the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.