Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1799 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 65/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4400); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 1,818,396); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the stronger camera (159 vs 128); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (219g vs 253g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 better?
- Better portability (52/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 1818396
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 219g vs 253g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1799
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 23 points higher (88/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — 38/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 86/100; 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 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (98/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (89/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1818396 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11047 | |
| Display | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2176x1812 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.9×129.9×6.1 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 253 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2176x1812
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
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 Fold5 and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 54.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $800. Xiaomi 17 Pro Max was $800 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (98/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (87/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (89/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro 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 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a better fit for active 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.