Samsung Galaxy S8+ vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S8+ (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 8895, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $840 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 28/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,207,005 vs 437,463); the Samsung Galaxy S8+ is noticeably lighter (173g vs 205g).
Samsung Galaxy S8+
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Lighter: 173g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $840 vs $899
- Better portability (74/100 vs 54/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3207005 vs 437463
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1445
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3500 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 51/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S8+ vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 54 points higher (82/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (93/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (63/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S8+ — 0/100, Xiaomi 17T Pro — 76/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (93/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (63/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (87/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8+ notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (74/100 vs 54/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S8+ | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 8895 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 437463 | 3207005 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1445 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.5×73.4×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 173 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $840 | $899 |
Samsung Galaxy S8+
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S8+
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S8+
- 3500 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy S8+ and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S8+ by 86.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $59. Samsung Galaxy S8+ was $59 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (93/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (94/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (63/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ (87/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8+ notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (74/100 vs 54/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S8+ or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8+ by 54 points (82/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S8+ and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S8+ has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S8+ or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S8+ or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S8+ over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S8+ is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.