Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $825. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads — 86/100 vs 47/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro has the bigger battery (6300 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,569,354 vs 1,135,878).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
Xiaomi 17 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 192g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3569354 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3310 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10070 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 6300 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 10W
- Cheaper at launch: $825 vs $999
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro, the Xiaomi 17 Pro scores 39 points higher (86/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (81/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (84/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 — 4/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro — 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (81/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (84/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 | Xiaomi 17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 3569354 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3310 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 10070 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1080 | 2656x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3300 mAh | 6300 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 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 | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 151.1×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $825 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 10W
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and Xiaomi 17 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 68.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $174. Xiaomi 17 Pro was $174 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (95/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (81/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (84/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is a bit better (76/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 39 points (86/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro leads on camera score (81/100 vs 16/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro leads on performance (95/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.