Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs Xiaomi 17
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1799 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 48/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 1,135,878); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 271g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
Xiaomi 17
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 better?
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 10W
- Lighter: 191g vs 271g
- Cheaper at launch: $709 vs $1799
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 39 points higher (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 38/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 — 4/100, Xiaomi 17 — 88/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (95/100 vs 64/100). 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 Fold3 (81/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (87/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (63/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 10162 | |
| Display | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2208x1768 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 271 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2208x1768
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 10W
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 Fold3 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 66.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1090. Xiaomi 17 was $1090 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (95/100 vs 64/100).
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 Fold3 (81/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (87/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 (63/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 by 39 points (87/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 over the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold3 is a better fit for active 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.