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 (3,950,082 vs 1,746,199); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
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: 3950082 vs 1746199
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 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 — 38/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 88/100; 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 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).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1746199 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11047 | |
| 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
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
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
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.