Samsung Galaxy S26 FE vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (2026) runs on the Exynos 2500, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 65/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 2,289,696); the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is noticeably lighter (193g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 FE better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 219g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 2289696
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2285
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7874
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 23 points higher (88/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (90/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (70/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 FE | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2289696 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2285 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7874 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×76.6×7.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 193 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- 6.7" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Samsung Galaxy S26 FE by 37.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (90/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (90/100 vs 55/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (70/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE by 23 points (88/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.