Samsung Galaxy S9 vs Xiaomi 17
The Samsung Galaxy S9 (2018) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9810, 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 32/100 (a 55-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 594,285); the Samsung Galaxy S9 is noticeably lighter (163g vs 191g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S9
Xiaomi 17
What makes Samsung Galaxy S9 better?
- Lighter: 163g vs 191g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 594285
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 744
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 1863
- 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 43/100)
- 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 S9 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 55 points higher (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 43/100). 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 S9 — 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 S9 (95/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (87/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S9 is a bit better (76/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S9 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9810 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 594285 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 744 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1863 | 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 / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.1×73.8×8.5 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $720 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S9
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S9
- 5.8" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S9
- 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 S9 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Samsung Galaxy S9 by 82.5% 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 S9 (95/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (85/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (81/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 (87/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S9 is a bit better (76/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S9 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S9 by 55 points (87/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S9 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung Galaxy S9 has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S9 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S9 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S9 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.