Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $2199 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 71/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 3,654,776).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 3654776
- Lighter: 215g vs 219g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 88/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (31/100 vs 26/100)
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper: $799 vs $2199
- Better camera (90/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 51/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 13 points higher (84/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (83/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (90/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (83/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (31/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (55/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 11033 | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Weight | 215 g | 219 g | |
| Price | $2199 | $799 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Xiaomi 17 Max by 7.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1400. Xiaomi 17 Max is cheaper by $1400.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (90/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (83/100 vs 51/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a bit better (31/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (55/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.