Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Xiaomi 17
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1999 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 73/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4800); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 3,382,020); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 8.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Xiaomi 17
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3566
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10162
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 95/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 3382020
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 191g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $709 vs $1999
- Better camera (81/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 14 points higher (87/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100, Xiaomi 17 — 88/100; 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 and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (96/100 vs 95/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (81/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (74/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3382020 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10162 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1828x2448 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| 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 | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 / One UI 9 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- 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
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 by 0.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1290. Xiaomi 17 was $1290 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (96/100 vs 95/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (81/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (87/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (74/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.