Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $2199 and $892. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 79/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is thinner (4.1mm vs 8.3mm).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 215g vs 224g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 42/100)
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $892 vs $2199
- Better camera (87/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 78/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 8 points higher (87/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 62/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 98/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (87/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (83/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (66/100 vs 42/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 11033 | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $2199 | $892 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Launch price difference: $1307. Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) was $1307 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 98/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (87/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (83/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (66/100 vs 42/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.