Samsung Galaxy S8 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Samsung Galaxy S8 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 8895, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $720 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 28/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 435,852); the Samsung Galaxy S8 is noticeably lighter (155g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S8
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy S8 better?
- Lighter: 155g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $720 vs $799
- Better portability (82/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 435852
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1445
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S8 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 60 points higher (88/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S8 — 0/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; 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 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (97/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (81/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (90/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (82/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S8 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 8895 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 435852 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1445 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.5×73.4×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 155 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $720 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S8
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S8
- 5.8" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S8
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S8 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Samsung Galaxy S8 by 88.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $79. Samsung Galaxy S8 was $79 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (97/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (81/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (90/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (90/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (82/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S8 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max 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 Max?
The Samsung Galaxy S8 has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S8 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S8 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S8 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.