Samsung Galaxy S8 vs Xiaomi 17
The Samsung Galaxy S8 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 8895, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $720 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 28/100 (a 59-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 435,852); the Samsung Galaxy S8 is noticeably lighter (155g vs 191g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S8
Xiaomi 17
What makes Samsung Galaxy S8 better?
- Lighter: 155g vs 191g
- Better portability (82/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 435852
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 1445
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $709 vs $720
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S8 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 59 points higher (87/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S8 — 0/100, Xiaomi 17 — 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (95/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (87/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (82/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S8 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 8895 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 435852 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1445 | 10162 | |
| Display | 5.8" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.5×73.4×8.1 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 155 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $720 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S8
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S8
- 5.8" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S8
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S8 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Samsung Galaxy S8 by 87.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $11. Xiaomi 17 was $11 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (95/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (85/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (81/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 (87/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (82/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S8 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S8 by 59 points (87/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S8 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung Galaxy S8 has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S8 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S8 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S8 over the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.