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).

The Xiaomi 17 Pro 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 Pro Max

Performance 98
Display 81
Camera 87
Battery 89
Portability 48
Value for money 86

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).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max: 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.

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
50
camera

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

  • Main: 50MP f/1.69
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
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 Pro Max

  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • 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 Pro Max

  • 7500 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
89
battery

Overall performance score

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

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
74/100
3950082 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
88/100 +1.2%
3998145 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide by 1.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide

Price unknown

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

$999

Detailed category analysis

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.