Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs Xiaomi 17 Max

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $1999 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 61/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4400); the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 3,065,623).

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 by 23 points (84/100 vs 61/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Performance 67
Display 100
Camera 76
Battery 25
Design 31
Value for money 0
Xiaomi 17 Max
Performance 88
Display 100
Camera 90
Battery 83
Design 26
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 better?
  • Lighter: 215g vs 219g

  • Better design/ergonomics (31/100 vs 26/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 3065623
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2910
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9174
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4400 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
  • Cheaper: $799 vs $1999

  • Higher performance (88/100 vs 67/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 76/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 23 points higher (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (88/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (83/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (88/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (83/100 vs 25/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a bit better (31/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (55/100 vs 0/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a better fit for active users.
Xiaomi 17 Max: The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Xiaomi 17 Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3065623 3654776
Geekbench Single 2910 3640
Geekbench Multi 9174 11033
Display 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2184x1968 2608x1200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4400 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 25W 100W
Wireless charging 15W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 145
Main camera 200 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 50 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 2600 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48 IP68
Dimensions 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm
Weight 215 g 219 g
Price $1999 $799
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 10MP
76
camera
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
  • 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2184x1968
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
25
battery
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
61/100
3065623 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
84/100 +16.1%
3654776 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Max leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 by 16.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
$1999
Xiaomi 17 Max
$799

Price difference: $1200. Xiaomi 17 Max is cheaper by $1200.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (88/100 vs 67/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 76/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (83/100 vs 25/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is a bit better (31/100 vs 26/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 (55/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 by 23 points (84/100 vs 61/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 76/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 67/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 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.