Samsung W22 5G vs Xiaomi 17
The Samsung W22 5G (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 48/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 1,135,878); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 271g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung W22 5G
Xiaomi 17
What makes Samsung W22 5G better?
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 191g vs 271g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 21/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 38/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung W22 5G vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 39 points higher (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 21/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung W22 5G (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung W22 5G (81/100 vs 21/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung W22 5G (87/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung W22 5G (63/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung W22 5G | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.2" Super Amoled | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 832x2268 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | — | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.2×67.1×14.4 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 271 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Samsung W22 5G
- Main: 12MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung W22 5G
- 6.2" Super Amoled
- Resolution: 832x2268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung W22 5G
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- 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 W22 5G and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Samsung W22 5G by 65.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung W22 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung W22 5G (95/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung W22 5G (81/100 vs 21/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung W22 5G (87/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung W22 5G (63/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung W22 5G or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Samsung W22 5G by 39 points (87/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung W22 5G and the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung W22 5G has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung W22 5G or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 21/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung W22 5G or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Samsung W22 5G over the Xiaomi 17?
The Samsung W22 5G is a better fit for active 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.