Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $892. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 64/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 1,743,099); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 224g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 by 23 points (87/100 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 Ultra (China)
Performance 98
Display 81
Camera 87
Battery 83
Portability 42
Value for money 86
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 better?
  • Lighter: 187g vs 224g

  • Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
  • Better portability (78/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1743099
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2004
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 5311
  • Bigger battery: 6800 vs 3700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
  • Cheaper at launch: $892 vs $999

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 75/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 63/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 23 points higher (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 — 40/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 86/100; 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 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (98/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (83/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (78/100 vs 42/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is a better fit for active users.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China): The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) 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 Ultra (China)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 1743099 3942923
Geekbench Single 2004 3640
Geekbench Multi 5311 11033
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2640x1080 1200x2608
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3700 mAh 6800 mAh
Charging 25W 90W
Wireless charging 15W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 127
Main camera 12 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 200 MP
Front camera 10 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 13 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1750 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IPX8 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 165.1×71.9×6.9 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 187 g 224 g
Launch price $999 $892
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
63
camera
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2640x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
  • 3700 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
24
battery
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
  • 6800 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
64/100
1743099 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
87/100 +55.8%
3942923 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 by 55.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
$999
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
$892

Launch price difference: $107. Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) was $107 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (98/100 vs 75/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (87/100 vs 63/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (83/100 vs 24/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (78/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 by 23 points (87/100 vs 64/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 63/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 75/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.