Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold vs Xiaomi 17T
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 17T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $2899 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T leads — 71/100 vs 69/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5600); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is faster in AnTuTu (2,926,532 vs 2,026,828); the Xiaomi 17T is noticeably lighter (185g vs 309g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
Xiaomi 17T
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2926532 vs 2026828
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 6405
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 76/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5600 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 45W
- Lighter: 185g vs 309g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $2899
- Better camera (63/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold vs the Xiaomi 17T, the Xiaomi 17T scores 2 points higher (71/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (90/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T leads (63/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 46/100, Xiaomi 17T — 66/100; 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 TriFold is a bit better (90/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (85/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100. In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (74/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | Xiaomi 17T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 2926532 | 2026828 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 6405 | |
| Display | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2160x1584 | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5600 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 309 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $2899 | $449 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17T
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17T
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and Xiaomi 17T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads Xiaomi 17T by 44.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2450. Xiaomi 17T was $2450 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (90/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (85/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 63/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (74/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Xiaomi 17T edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the Xiaomi 17T?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Xiaomi 17T — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Xiaomi 17T leads on camera score (63/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on performance (90/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold over the Xiaomi 17T?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17T is a better fit for active users.