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 — 89/100 vs 28/100 (a 61-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 (3,667,711 vs 435,852); the Samsung Galaxy S8+ is noticeably lighter (173g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S8+
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S8+ better?
- Lighter: 173g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $840 vs $999
- Better portability (74/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3667711 vs 435852
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1445
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3500 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 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)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S8+ vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 61 points higher (89/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 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 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (97/100 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).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S8+ | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 8895 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 435852 | 3667711 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1445 | 11047 | |
| 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 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S8+
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S8+
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
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
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S8+ and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S8+ by 88.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $159. Samsung Galaxy S8+ was $159 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (97/100 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).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S8+ or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ by 61 points (89/100 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 — 89/100.
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 (97/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S8+ over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
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.