Samsung Galaxy Z Flip vs Xiaomi 17
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 44/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 859,084).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
Xiaomi 17
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 191g
- Better portability (77/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 859084
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1031
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 2864
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 15/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 43 points higher (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip (81/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip (87/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 859084 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1031 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2864 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.7" Foldable Dynamic AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2636 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3300 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 10.0; One UI 2 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 167.3×73.6×7.2 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
- 6.7" Foldable Dynamic AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2636
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- 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 Z Flip and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip by 73.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip (95/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip (81/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip (87/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip by 43 points (87/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip and the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 16/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 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.