Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1099 and $892. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 66/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 4300); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 3,113,347); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 224g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 3113347
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3235
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10904
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $892 vs $1099
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 93/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 21 points higher (87/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 42/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 88/100; 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 Ultra (China) is a bit better (98/100 vs 93/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (87/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (83/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (80/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 2600 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3113347 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3235 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10904 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2520 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $1099 | $892 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 by 21.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $207. Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) was $207 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a bit better (98/100 vs 93/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (87/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (83/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (80/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 by 21 points (87/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 93/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.