Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $1999 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 82/100 vs 65/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 3,593,401).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 3593401
- Lighter: 215g vs 226g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 87/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (31/100 vs 17/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper: $999 vs $1999
- Better camera (93/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 40/100)
- Better value for money (41/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 17 points higher (82/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (92/100 vs 87/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (93/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (72/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (31/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (41/100 vs 0/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3942923 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 11033 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 226 g | |
| Price | $1999 | $999 |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Xiaomi 17 Ultra by 9.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $1000. Xiaomi 17 Ultra is cheaper by $1000.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (92/100 vs 87/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (93/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (72/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (31/100 vs 17/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (41/100 vs 0/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 87/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.