Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $799 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 74/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,182,664 vs 2,827,538); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S26
Xiaomi 17T Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Lighter: 162g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $899
- Better camera (77/100 vs 63/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3182664 vs 2827538
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9100
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 89/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 8 points higher (82/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100, 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 Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (93/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (87/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (89/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2827538 | 3182664 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 146 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 162 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
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 and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S26 by 11.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Samsung Galaxy S26 was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (93/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (87/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (89/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy S26 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.