Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 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 64/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 1,743,099); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the stronger camera (166 vs 127); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 226g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra 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 Ultra
Performance 96
Display 89
Camera 93
Battery 80
Portability 40
Value for money 88
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 better?
  • Lighter: 187g vs 226g

  • Better portability (78/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 1743099
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2004
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 5311
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3700 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W

  • Higher performance (96/100 vs 75/100)
  • Better camera (93/100 vs 63/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 24 points higher (88/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 — 40/100, 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (96/100 vs 75/100). 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 Flip5 (93/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (80/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (78/100 vs 40/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5: The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 is a better fit for active users.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra: 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.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 1743099 3593401
Geekbench Single 2004 3640
Geekbench Multi 5311 11033
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2640x1080 3200x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3700 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 25W 90W
Wireless charging 15W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 127 166
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 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
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 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 187 g 226 g
Launch price $999 $999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
63
camera
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.63
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 32MP
93
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2640x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
82
display
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
89
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5
  • 3700 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
24
battery
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
80
battery
Overall performance score

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

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
64/100
1743099 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
88/100 +51.5%
3593401 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 by 51.5% in our overall performance rating.

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

Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (96/100 vs 75/100).

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 Flip5 (93/100 vs 63/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 (80/100 vs 24/100).

portability

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

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

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra 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 Ultra?

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

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

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 63/100).

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

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 75/100).

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

The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip5 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.