Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2500, 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 — 88/100 vs 72/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4300); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 2,289,696); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the stronger camera (159 vs 137); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 219g
- Better portability (83/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 2289696
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2358
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8211
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1099
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 16 points higher (88/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 — 54/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 86/100; 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 Pro Max is a bit better (98/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (87/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (89/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (83/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2289696 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2358 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8211 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1080 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 137 | 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 16 / One UI 8 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.7×75.2×6.5 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7
- 4300 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
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 by 42.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Xiaomi 17 Pro Max was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (98/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (87/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 (89/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (83/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 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.