Xiaomi 17T vs Samsung Galaxy S26

Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score

Verdict

Key takeaways

  • Xiaomi 17T and Samsung Galaxy S26 are closely matched overall (within 2 points).
  • Key differences: battery capacity, where Xiaomi 17T has 6,500 vs 4,300 mAh; resolution, where Xiaomi 17T has 1268 × 2756 vs 1080 × 2340 px; weight, where Samsung Galaxy S26 is 33 g lighter; pixel density, where Xiaomi 17T has 460 vs 411 PPI; front camera (megapixels), where Xiaomi 17T has 32 vs 12 MP.
Xiaomi 17T and Samsung Galaxy S26 are closely matched
Xiaomi 17T · 85 overall, #7 of 139
78
Samsung Galaxy S26 · 80 overall, #34 of 139
76
Key differences
  • Battery capacityXiaomi 17T 6,500 vs 4,300 mAh
  • ResolutionXiaomi 17T 1268 × 2756 vs 1080 × 2340 px
  • WeightSamsung Galaxy S26 33 g lighter
  • Pixel densityXiaomi 17T 460 vs 411 PPI
  • Front cameraXiaomi 17T 32 vs 12 MP

Scores by Category

17T wins 5 of 14 categories · Galaxy S26 wins 4

Category17TGalaxy S26Lead
Display
+5
Rear Camera
+4
Power & Battery
+22
Benchmark
+97
Chip
+14
Memory
Tie
Security
Tie
Design & Weight
+19
Miscellaneous
+11
Storage
+63
Cellular
Tie
Front Camera
+16
Connectivity
Tie
Sensors
Tie

Physical Comparison

200 g167 g
17TGalaxy S26

17T is 33 g (20%) heavier than Galaxy S26.

Value for Money

Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).

Detailed Specifications

Memory

Feature
17T
Galaxy S26
RAM capacity
12 GB
12 GB

Storage

Feature
17T
Galaxy S26
Storage capacity
N/A
256 GB

Display

Feature
17T
Galaxy S26
Resolution
1268 × 2756 px
1080 × 2340 px
Refresh rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
Display technology
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 7i

Rear Camera

Feature
17T
Galaxy S26
Rear camera aperture
1.76% less
1.8
Optical zoom
N/A
3×
High Dynamic Range (HDR)
Yes
Yes
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
Yes
Yes

Design & Weight

Feature
17T
Galaxy S26
Weight
200 g
167 g17% less

Power & Battery

Feature
17T
Galaxy S26
Battery capacity
6,500 mAh51% more
4,300 mAh
Wireless charging support
N/A
Yes
Fast charging support
Yes
Yes

Benchmark

Feature
17T
Galaxy S26
Geekbench single-core score
N/A
2,995

Miscellaneous

Feature
17T
Galaxy S26
Security updates until
N/A
2033
Dust & Water resistance

Security

Feature
17T
Galaxy S26
Fingerprint scanner
Yes
Yes

Specification Note

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.

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