Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Xiaomi 17T Pro

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $1999 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 72/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 3,207,005).

The Xiaomi 17T Pro is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Performance 98
Display 79
Camera 50
Battery 52
Portability 44
Value for money 48
Xiaomi 17T Pro
Performance 93
Display 94
Camera 63
Battery 87
Portability 54
Value for money 76
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 3207005
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3228
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9553

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 93/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4800 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
  • Lighter: 205g vs 215g
  • Cheaper: $899 vs $1999

  • Better camera (63/100 vs 50/100)
  • Longer battery life (87/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
  • Better portability (54/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better value for money (76/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 10 points higher (82/100 vs 72/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (63/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (76/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 93/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (76/100 vs 48/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Xiaomi 17T Pro: The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Xiaomi 17T Pro
Processor Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 3942923 3207005
Geekbench Single 3640 3228
Geekbench Multi 11033 9553
Display 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1968x2184 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 4800 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 45W 100W
Wireless charging 15W 50W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 10 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 16
NFC yes yes
Protection IP48 IP68
Weight 215 g 205 g
Price $1999 $899
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
50
camera
Xiaomi 17T Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
63
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Xiaomi 17T Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
52
battery
Xiaomi 17T Pro
  • 7000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
87
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
72/100
3942923 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17T Pro MediaTek Dimensity 9500
82/100 -22.9%
3207005 AnTuTu

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Xiaomi 17T Pro by 22.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
$1999
Xiaomi 17T Pro
$899

Price difference: $1100. Xiaomi 17T Pro is cheaper by $1100.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (98/100 vs 93/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (94/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (87/100 vs 52/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 44/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (76/100 vs 48/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Xiaomi 17T Pro is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 50/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (98/100 vs 93/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.