Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, 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 71/100 (a 17-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 Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 3,119,308); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Lighter: 199g vs 219g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 3119308
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3041
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9494
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 92/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 45/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 17 points higher (88/100 vs 71/100). 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 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100. 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 45/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (76/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3119308 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3041 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9494 | 11033 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2 | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2584 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 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 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×123.9×4.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 199 g | 219 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
- Resolution: 1828x2584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide by 14.7% in our overall performance rating.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100.
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 45/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (76/100 vs 40/100).
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 17 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 71/100, 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).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 92/100).
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.