Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold vs Xiaomi Mi 9
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi Mi 9 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855; launch prices were $2899 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads — 69/100 vs 47/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 200 MP vs 48 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is faster in AnTuTu (2,926,532 vs 824,513); the Xiaomi Mi 9 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 309g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
Xiaomi Mi 9
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2926532 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (52/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (70/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 9 better?
- Faster wireless charging: 20W vs 15W
- Lighter: 173g vs 309g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $2899
- Better portability (79/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold vs the Xiaomi Mi 9, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold scores 22 points higher (69/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (90/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (63/100 vs 22/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 46/100, Xiaomi Mi 9 — 22/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (90/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (70/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (63/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (79/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | Xiaomi Mi 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 2926532 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2731 | |
| Display | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2160x1584 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5600 mAh | 3300 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 20W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8 | Android 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | 157.5×74.7×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 309 g | 173 g | |
| Launch price | $2899 | $400 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi Mi 9
- Main: 48MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 9
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi Mi 9
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 20W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and Xiaomi Mi 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads Xiaomi Mi 9 by 254.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2499. Xiaomi Mi 9 was $2499 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (90/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (70/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (63/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (79/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 by 22 points (69/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold and the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Xiaomi Mi 9 — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on camera score (52/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold or the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on performance (90/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold over the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.