Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 88/100 vs 47/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,338 vs 1,119,714); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 226g).
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Lighter: 183g vs 226g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579338 vs 1119714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1488
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 3373
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 10W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 63/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 16/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 41 points higher (88/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 — 6/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (96/100 vs 63/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (93/100 vs 16/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (80/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (76/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1119714 | 3579338 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1488 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3373 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1080 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3300 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $999 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 10W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 68.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (96/100 vs 63/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (93/100 vs 16/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 (80/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (76/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 by 41 points (88/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 16/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip3 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.