Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1099 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 66/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 3,113,347); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 219g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 3113347
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3235
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10904
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1099
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 93/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 22 points higher (88/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 42/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; 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 Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 93/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (90/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (80/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3113347 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3235 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10904 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2520 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Weight | 180 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 by 14.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Xiaomi 17 Max was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 93/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (90/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (90/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (80/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 by 22 points (88/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 35/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.