Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1299 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 84/100 vs 82/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,463,142 vs 3,182,664).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Xiaomi 17T Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3463142 vs 3182664
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 10243
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 93/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 205g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 88/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 2 points higher (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra — 78/100, Xiaomi 17T Pro — 76/100; 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 S26 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17T Pro are nearly equal (96/100 vs 93/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (87/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3463142 | 3182664 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| 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 | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 214 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads Xiaomi 17T Pro by 8.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Xiaomi 17T Pro was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17T Pro are nearly equal (96/100 vs 93/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 88/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (86/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (87/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra are nearly equal (54/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra edges out the Xiaomi 17T Pro by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.