Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1999 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 73/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4800); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 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 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 219g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 3382020
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1999
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 96/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 15 points higher (88/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 86/100; 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 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 96/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (87/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (89/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (74/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3382020 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2448 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by 15.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1000. Xiaomi 17 Pro Max was $1000 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 96/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (87/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (89/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (74/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro 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 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.