Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1099 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 90/100 vs 68/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4000); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 2,127,218); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the stronger camera (159 vs 129); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 219g).
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Lighter: 187g vs 219g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 48/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 2127218
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 7192
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 2160Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1099
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 81/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 82/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 22 points higher (90/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 — 48/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 92/100; 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 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 (98/100 vs 81/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 (89/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (78/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2127218 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2205 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7192 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1080 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 2160 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.1×71.9×6.9 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $999 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 by 46.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $100. Xiaomi 17 Pro Max was $100 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 (98/100 vs 81/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 (87/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 (89/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (78/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 by 22 points (90/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 81/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.