Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17T
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $2199 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads — 78/100 vs 71/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,453,998 vs 2,026,828); the Xiaomi 17T is noticeably lighter (185g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
Xiaomi 17T
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3453998 vs 2026828
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6405
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 60W
- Lighter: 185g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $2199
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 17T, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra scores 7 points higher (78/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 76/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra — 64/100, Xiaomi 17T — 66/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (96/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17T are nearly equal (67/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (63/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T is a bit better (74/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra | Xiaomi 17T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 3453998 | 2026828 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 6405 | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Weight | 215 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $2199 | $449 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17T
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 17T
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Xiaomi 17T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads Xiaomi 17T by 70.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1750. Xiaomi 17T was $1750 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (96/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17T are nearly equal (67/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra are nearly equal (63/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T is a bit better (74/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra edges out the Xiaomi 17T by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17T?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 78/100, the Xiaomi 17T — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra over the Xiaomi 17T?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17T is a better fit for active users.