Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide vs Xiaomi 17 Max

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 74/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 3,654,776); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is noticeably lighter (201g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Max is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide — the overall rating gap is 14 points.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide

Performance 98
Display 80
Camera 50
Battery 52
Portability 74
Value for money —

Xiaomi 17 Max

Performance 97
Display 81
Camera 90
Battery 90
Portability 40
Value for money 90

What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 3654776
  • Lighter: 201g vs 219g

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 97/100)
  • Better portability (74/100 vs 40/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?

  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4800 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (90/100 vs 50/100)
  • Longer battery life (90/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 14 points higher (88/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (98/100 vs 97/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (90/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (74/100 vs 40/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power 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, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide Xiaomi 17 Max
Processor Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3950082 3654776
Geekbench Single 3639 3639
Geekbench Multi 11047 11047
Display 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1828x2448 2608x1200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4800 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 45W 100W
Wireless charging — 50W
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 17 / One UI 9 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48 IP68
Dimensions 161.4×123.9×4.5 mm —
Weight 201 g 219 g
Launch price — $799

Camera comparison

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
50
camera

Xiaomi 17 Max

  • Main: 200MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera

Display comparison

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide

  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1828x2448
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
80
display

Xiaomi 17 Max

  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display

Battery and charging

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide

  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
52
battery

Xiaomi 17 Max

  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
90
battery

Overall performance score

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

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
74/100
3950082 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
88/100 -8.1%
3654776 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads Xiaomi 17 Max by 8.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide

Price unknown

Xiaomi 17 Max

$799

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (98/100 vs 97/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (90/100 vs 50/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (90/100 vs 52/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (74/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide — the overall rating gap is 14 points.

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

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.

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

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 50/100).

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

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide 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.