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Xiaomi 17 Pro vs Galaxy Z Fold8

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Xiaomi 17 Pro
· 2025

Xiaomi 17 Pro

$850
90.0/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
90.0
Benchmark
Performance90/100
Camera91/100
Battery100/100
Galaxy Z Fold8
Samsung · 2026

Galaxy Z Fold8

$1649
91.8/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
91.8
Benchmark
Performance96/100
Camera92/100
Battery86/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Xiaomi 17 Pro:
  • ✓9g lighter chassis (192g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$799 lower launch MSRP ($850 vs $1649)
  • ✓Larger 6,300 mAh battery capacity (+1,500 mAh more capacity)
Reasons to buy Galaxy Z Fold8:
  • ✓50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓7.6" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationXiaomi 17 ProGalaxy Z Fold8
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechLTPO AMOLEDFoldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, HDR10+, 3000 nits (peak)
Screen Size6.3"7.6"
Resolution & Density2670x1220 (460 ppi)2448 x 1848 pixels, 4:3 ratio (~404 ppi) (404 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness3,500 nits peak1525 nits (measured)
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassCorning Gorilla Glass Victus Ceramic 3 / Flex Titanium
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 16Android 17, One UI 9 (7 major OS updates) 17
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB16 GB
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1024GB256GB / 512GB / 1TB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashUFS 4.x
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.67, OIS, Light Fusion 950L50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.56", OIS, dual pixel PDAF, OIS
Telephoto Zoom50 MP (5x optical zoom), f/2, OISNone (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera50 MP, f/2.450 MP, f/1.9, 120˚ (ultrawide)
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
8K@30fps4K@30/60/120fps1080p@240fpsgyro-EISOIS
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@30/60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens50 MP, f/2.210 MP, f/2.2, 18mm (ultrawide)
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions151.1 x 71.8 x 8 mmUnfolded: 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.5 mm, Folded: 81.9 x 123.9 x 9.7 mm
Weight192 g201 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front (Gorilla Glass Victus Ceramic 3) folded, plastic front unfolded, glass back, aluminum frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (dual active)
Water ResistanceIP68IP48 dust and water resistant
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity6,300 mAh4,800 mAh
Wired Fast Charging100W wired fast charging45W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging50W wireless charging20W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersYes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct)
Bluetooth6.06.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 3.2USB Type-C 3.2, OTG
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (Samsung Pay Visa, MasterCard certified)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$850$1649
Editorial Lab Verdict

Galaxy Z Fold8 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 91.8/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Galaxy Z Fold8 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) architecture and verified 92/100 camera rating.

When to buy Xiaomi 17 Pro:
Larger battery capacity: 6,300 mAh (+1,500 mAh more) · Significantly faster wired charging: 100W vs max 45W
When to buy Galaxy Z Fold8:
Higher overall BeastScore: 91.8 vs top rival 90.0 · More system memory: 16GB RAM vs max 12GB
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Xiaomi 17 Pro vs Galaxy Z Fold8

Which phone is better: Xiaomi 17 Pro or Galaxy Z Fold8?

Galaxy Z Fold8 leads with an overall BeastScore of 91.8/100 compared to Xiaomi 17 Pro (90.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 91.8 vs top rival 90.0 and More system memory: 16GB RAM vs max 12GB.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Xiaomi 17 Pro and Galaxy Z Fold8?

Xiaomi 17 Pro is equipped with a 6.3-inch display and 6300 mAh battery, while Galaxy Z Fold8 features a 7.6-inch display and 4800 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Xiaomi 17 Pro and Galaxy Z Fold8?

In lab hardware evaluations, Xiaomi 17 Pro scores 91/100 in camera performance, while Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 92/100.

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