Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1799 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 65/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4400); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,667,711 vs 1,818,396); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the stronger camera (166 vs 128); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is noticeably lighter (226g vs 253g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 better?
- Better portability (52/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3667711 vs 1818396
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 226g vs 253g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1799
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 24 points higher (89/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 — 38/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 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 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (93/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (80/100 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 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1818396 | 3667711 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11047 | |
| Display | 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2176x1812 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 128 | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 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 | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 253 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 7.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2176x1812
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 50.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $800. Xiaomi 17 Ultra was $800 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (97/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (93/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 (80/100 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 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 by 24 points (89/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.