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; estimated prices are $1099 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 57/100 (a 27-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 3,161,830); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 219g).
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 11033
- Lighter: 180g vs 219g
- Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 26/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 3161830
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3271
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper: $799 vs $1099
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 23/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 27 points higher (84/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (88/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (83/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (55/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (88/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (83/100 vs 23/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (75/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (55/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2600 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3161830 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3271 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11051 | 11033 | |
| 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 | |
| Price | $1099 | $799 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
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
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
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 13.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $300. Xiaomi 17 Max is cheaper by $300.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (88/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (90/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (83/100 vs 23/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (75/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (55/100 vs 34/100).
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 27 points (84/100 vs 57/100).
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 57/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.
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 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.