Samsung Galaxy S8+ vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S8+ (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 8895, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $840 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 88/100 vs 28/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 437,463); the Samsung Galaxy S8+ is noticeably lighter (173g vs 226g).
Samsung Galaxy S8+
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Lighter: 173g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $840 vs $999
- Better portability (74/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 437463
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1445
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3500 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 51/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S8+ vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 60 points higher (88/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S8+ — 0/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (96/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (93/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (80/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8+ significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (74/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S8+ | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 8895 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 437463 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1445 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.5×73.4×8.1 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 173 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $840 | $999 |
Samsung Galaxy S8+
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S8+
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S8+
- 3500 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S8+ and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S8+ by 87.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $159. Samsung Galaxy S8+ was $159 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (96/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (89/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (93/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (80/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8+ significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (74/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S8+ or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ by 60 points (88/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S8+ and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S8+ has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S8+ or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S8+ or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S8+ over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S8+ is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.