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Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max: Which One Should You Buy?

These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.

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Samsung

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5G

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5G
90/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Xiaomi · 2025

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
90/ 100
Launch price$999
Head-to-head

Too close to call: 2 of 5 categories each

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5G
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5G
2 wins
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayValue
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5GXiaomi 17 Pro Max
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedTie
    95
    95
  • CameraXiaomi 17 Pro Max
    80
    91
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryXiaomi 17 Pro Max
    95
    100
  • DisplaySamsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5G
    94
    90
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueSamsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5G
    85
    55
Key differences
  • Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5G has the bigger battery11,600 mAh vs 7,500 mAh
  • Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5G has the bigger screen14.6" vs 6.9"
  • Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the faster chipSnapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 vs Dimensity 9400+
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5G
  • ✓Bigger 11,600 mAh battery (+4,100 mAh)
  • ✓14.6" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.9" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationSamsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5GXiaomi 17 Pro Max
1. Display & Screen🏆 Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5G Wins Display
Screen typeAMOLEDLTPO AMOLED
Screen Size14.6"6.9"
Resolution & DensityFHD+ / LTPO AMOLED 2868x1320 (460 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz120 Hz adaptive
BrightnessN/A3,500 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorDimensity 9400+ Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedAdreno 840
Operating SystemAndroid Android 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory16 GB LPDDR16 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage1024 GB256GB / 512GB / 1024GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Xiaomi 17 Pro Max Wins Camera
Primary Cameraundefined MP, Triple Camera System50 MP, f/1.67, OIS, Light Fusion 950L
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)50 MP (5x optical zoom), f/2.6, OIS
Ultrawide CameraN/A50 MP, f/2.4
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lensundefined MP50 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions
DimensionsN/A162.9 x 77.6 x 8 mm
WeightN/A219 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedIP68
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Xiaomi 17 Pro Max Wins Battery
Battery Capacity11,600 mAh7,500 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingFast charging100W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listed50W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedWi-Fi 7
BluetoothNot listed6.0
USB Port & SpeedNot listedUSB-C 3.2
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on request$999
Our verdict

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5G and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are evenly matched

It's a close call. Pick the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5G for its bigger battery (11,600 mAh vs 7,500 mAh) and bigger screen (14.6" vs 6.9"), or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max for its faster chip (Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 vs Dimensity 9400+).

Buy Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5G if you want

Larger battery: 11,600 mAh vs 7,500 mAh · Larger display: 14.6" vs 6.9"

Buy Xiaomi 17 Pro Max if you want

Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)

Common questions

Which is better: Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5G or Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

It's a close call. Pick the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5G for its bigger battery (11,600 mAh vs 7,500 mAh) and bigger screen (14.6" vs 6.9"), or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max for its faster chip (Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 vs Dimensity 9400+). BeastScore: Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5G 90.1/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max 90.0/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5G and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5G has a 14.6-inch display and 11600 mAh battery. Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has a 6.9-inch display and 7500 mAh battery.

How do Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5G and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max compare for speed?

Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 Ultra 5G scores 95/100 for performance; Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 95/100.

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