Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1999 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 73/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 3,382,020); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 219g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 3382020
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1999
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 96/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 15 points higher (88/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; 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 Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (90/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (74/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3382020 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2448 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 / One UI 9 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 201 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by 7.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1200. Xiaomi 17 Max was $1200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (90/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (90/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (74/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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, budget-conscious buyers.