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; estimated prices are $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 (3,515,964 vs 3,207,005).
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 3515964 vs 3207005
- Better Geekbench Single: 3601 vs 3228
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10686 vs 9553
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 93/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 63/100)
- 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: $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)
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). 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). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 76/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3515964 | 3207005 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | 9553 | |
| 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 | |
| Price | $1299 | $899 |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
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
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
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 9.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $400. Xiaomi 17T Pro is cheaper by $400.
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).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 76/100.
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.