Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1799 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 65/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 1,818,396); the Xiaomi 17 Max is noticeably lighter (219g vs 253g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 better?
- Better portability (52/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 1818396
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 219g vs 253g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1799
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 23 points higher (88/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — 38/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; 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 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (90/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (90/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1818396 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11047 | |
| Display | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2176x1812 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.9×129.9×6.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 253 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2176x1812
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 50.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1000. Xiaomi 17 Max was $1000 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (97/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (90/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (90/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 23 points (88/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a better fit for active 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.