Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 74/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4800); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 3,950,082); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is noticeably lighter (201g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 219g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 3950082
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better camera (87/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 14 points higher (88/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 98/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (87/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (74/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2448 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide by 1.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 98/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (87/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (89/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (74/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro 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 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.