Samsung Galaxy S26 FE vs Xiaomi 17
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (2026) runs on the Exynos 2500, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 65/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4900); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 2,289,696).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Xiaomi 17
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 FE better?
- Better portability (70/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 2289696
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 2285
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 7874
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Lighter: 191g vs 193g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 22 points higher (87/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (95/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (87/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 FE | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2289696 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2285 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7874 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×76.6×7.4 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- 6.7" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
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 S26 FE and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Samsung Galaxy S26 FE by 29.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (95/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (81/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (87/100 vs 55/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE by 22 points (87/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE over the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE 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.