Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs Xiaomi 17
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 70/100 (a 17-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 3,161,126).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26+
Xiaomi 17
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 191g
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 3161126
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 2900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 9200
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $709 vs $999
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26+ vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 17 points higher (87/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 50/100, Xiaomi 17 — 88/100; 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 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (95/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (81/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (87/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161126 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2900 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9200 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
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+ and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Samsung Galaxy S26+ by 2.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $290. Xiaomi 17 was $290 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Samsung Galaxy S26+ are nearly equal (95/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (81/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (87/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26+ and the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26+ or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26+ over the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ 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.