Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17T
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 17T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $1299 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 72/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 2,173,332); the Xiaomi 17T is noticeably lighter (185g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
Xiaomi 17T
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 2173332
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 6405
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 45W
- Lighter: 185g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 17T, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 8 points higher (80/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100, Xiaomi 17T — 68/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (92/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17T are nearly equal (88/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (81/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (74/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | Xiaomi 17T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 3128552 | 2173332 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3100 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9760 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 151 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $449 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17T
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17T
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and Xiaomi 17T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Xiaomi 17T by 44.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $850. Xiaomi 17T was $850 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (92/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17T are nearly equal (88/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (81/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (74/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra edges out the Xiaomi 17T by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17T?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Xiaomi 17T — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra over the Xiaomi 17T?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 17T is a better fit for active users.