Samsung Galaxy Z Flip vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 44/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 859,084); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip is noticeably lighter (183g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 219g
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (77/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 859084
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1031
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2864
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 15/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 44 points higher (88/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip (90/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip (90/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (77/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 859084 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1031 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2864 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" Foldable Dynamic AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2636 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3300 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 10.0; One UI 2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 167.3×73.6×7.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 183 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
- 6.7" Foldable Dynamic AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2636
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip by 76.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip (97/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip (90/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip (90/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (77/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip by 44 points (88/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 16/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 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.