Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special vs Xiaomi 17
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 64/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 2,345,563); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 236g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
Xiaomi 17
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 64/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 191g vs 236g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 23 points higher (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (95/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (81/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 10162 | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2 | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 4 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1.1 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.9×142.6×4.9 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 236 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 4MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special by 31.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (95/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (81/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (87/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special by 23 points (87/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special and the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special over the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.