Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 vs Xiaomi 17 Max

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 64/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 1,743,099); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 by 24 points (88/100 vs 64/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
Performance 75
Display 82
Camera 63
Battery 24
Portability 78
Value for money 40
Xiaomi 17 Max
Performance 97
Display 81
Camera 90
Battery 90
Portability 40
Value for money 88
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 better?
  • Lighter: 187g vs 219g

  • Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
  • Better portability (78/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 1743099
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2004
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 5311
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
  • Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $999

  • Higher performance (97/100 vs 75/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 63/100)
  • Longer battery life (90/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 24 points higher (88/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 — 40/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 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 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (97/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (90/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (90/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (78/100 vs 40/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is a better fit for active users.
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.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 Xiaomi 17 Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 1743099 3654776
Geekbench Single 2004 3640
Geekbench Multi 5311 11033
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2640x1080 2608x1200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3700 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 25W 100W
Wireless charging 15W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 127
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 / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1750 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IPX8 IP68
Dimensions 165.1×71.9×6.9 mm
Weight 187 g 219 g
Launch price $999 $799
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
63
camera
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2640x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
  • 3700 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
24
battery
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
90
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
64/100
1743099 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
88/100 +52.3%
3654776 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Max leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 by 52.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
$999
Xiaomi 17 Max
$799

Launch price difference: $200. Xiaomi 17 Max was $200 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (97/100 vs 75/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (90/100 vs 63/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (90/100 vs 24/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (78/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 by 24 points (88/100 vs 64/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 63/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 75/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is a better fit for active users. 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.