Samsung Galaxy S26 FE vs Xiaomi 17T
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (2026) runs on the Exynos 2500, while the Xiaomi 17T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T leads — 71/100 vs 65/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4900); the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is faster in AnTuTu (2,289,696 vs 2,026,828).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Xiaomi 17T
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 FE better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2289696 vs 2026828
- Better Geekbench Single: 2285 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7874 vs 6405
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 76/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 45W
- Lighter: 185g vs 193g
- Better camera (63/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE vs the Xiaomi 17T, the Xiaomi 17T scores 6 points higher (71/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T leads (63/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is a bit better (83/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (63/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T and the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE are nearly equal (74/100 vs 70/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 FE | Xiaomi 17T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2500 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 2289696 | 2026828 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2285 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7874 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×76.6×7.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 193 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | — | $449 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17T
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- 6.7" Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17T
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and Xiaomi 17T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 FE leads Xiaomi 17T by 13.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy S26 FE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is a bit better (83/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE (63/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T and the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE are nearly equal (74/100 vs 70/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Xiaomi 17T edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE and the Xiaomi 17T?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 17T — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Xiaomi 17T leads on camera score (63/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE leads on performance (83/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 FE over the Xiaomi 17T?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17T is a better fit for active users.