Samsung Galaxy S9 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy S9 (2018) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9810, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $720 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 32/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 594,285); the Samsung Galaxy S9 is noticeably lighter (163g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S9
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy S9 better?
- Lighter: 163g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $720 vs $999
- Better portability (76/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 594285
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 744
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1863
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S9 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 56 points higher (88/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S9 — 0/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 86/100; 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 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (98/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (81/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (89/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S9 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (76/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S9 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9810 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 594285 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 744 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1863 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| 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 / 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.1×73.8×8.5 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $720 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S9
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S9
- 5.8" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S9
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S9 and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy S9 by 85.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $279. Samsung Galaxy S9 was $279 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (98/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (81/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (89/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S9 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (76/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S9 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 by 56 points (88/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S9 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy S9 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S9 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S9 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S9 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.