Samsung
Device summary
Xiaomi
17
Full specifications
| Basic information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Starting price | $900 | — |
| Display size | 6.3-inch | 6.3-inch |
| Dimensions | 71.7 mm × 149.6 mm × 7.2 mm | 71.8 mm × 151.1 mm × 8.1 mm |
| Weight | 167 g | 191 g |
| Front material | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | — |
| Back material | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | — |
| Display | ||
| Display technology | Dynamic AMOLED 2X | CrystalRes OLED |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 2600 nits | 3500 nits |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Xiaomi Shield Glass |
| Resolution | — | 2656 × 1220 |
| Performance | ||
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform |
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB, 512 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Expandable storage | No | — |
| Cameras | ||
| Main camera | Wide · 50 MP · ƒ/1.8 · 2x Optical Quality Zoom | Wide · 50 MP · ƒ/1.67 · 23 mm · OIS |
| Ultra-wide camera | Ultra Wide · 12 MP · ƒ/2.2 | Ultra Wide · 50 MP · ƒ/2.4 · 17 mm |
| Telephoto camera | Telephoto · 10 MP · ƒ/2.4 · 3x Optical Zoom | Telephoto · 50 MP · ƒ/2.0 · 60 mm · OIS |
| Front cameras | Front · 12 MP · ƒ/2.2 | Front · 50 MP |
| Video recording | 4K at 60 fps, 8K at 30 fps | — |
| Battery & charging | ||
| Wired charging | 25 W | 100 W |
| Wireless charging | 15 W | 50 W |
| Charging standard | Fast Wireless Charging, Wireless PowerShare | HyperCharge |
| Typical capacity | 4300 mAh | 6330 mAh |
| Rated capacity | 4175 mAh | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Cellular | 5G, LTE | 5G, LTE |
| Wi‑Fi | Wi‑Fi 7 | — |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | — |
| USB | USB‑C | — |
| NFC | Yes | — |
| eSIM | Yes | — |
| Build & durability | ||
| Frame | Armor Aluminum | — |
| Ingress protection | IP68 | IP68 |
| Basic information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Starting price | $900 | — |
| Display size | 6.3-inch | 6.3-inch |
| Dimensions | 71.7 mm × 149.6 mm × 7.2 mm | 71.8 mm × 151.1 mm × 8.1 mm |
| Weight | 167 g | 191 g |
| Front material | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | — |
| Back material | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | — |
| Display | ||
| Display technology | Dynamic AMOLED 2X | CrystalRes OLED |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 2600 nits | 3500 nits |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Xiaomi Shield Glass |
| Resolution | — | 2656 × 1220 |
| Performance | ||
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Mobile Platform |
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB, 512 GB | 256 GB, 512 GB |
| Expandable storage | No | — |
| Cameras | ||
| Main camera | Wide · 50 MP · ƒ/1.8 · 2x Optical Quality Zoom | Wide · 50 MP · ƒ/1.67 · 23 mm · OIS |
| Ultra-wide camera | Ultra Wide · 12 MP · ƒ/2.2 | Ultra Wide · 50 MP · ƒ/2.4 · 17 mm |
| Telephoto camera | Telephoto · 10 MP · ƒ/2.4 · 3x Optical Zoom | Telephoto · 50 MP · ƒ/2.0 · 60 mm · OIS |
| Front cameras | Front · 12 MP · ƒ/2.2 | Front · 50 MP |
| Video recording | 4K at 60 fps, 8K at 30 fps | — |
| Battery & charging | ||
| Wired charging | 25 W | 100 W |
| Wireless charging | 15 W | 50 W |
| Charging standard | Fast Wireless Charging, Wireless PowerShare | HyperCharge |
| Typical capacity | 4300 mAh | 6330 mAh |
| Rated capacity | 4175 mAh | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Cellular | 5G, LTE | 5G, LTE |
| Wi‑Fi | Wi‑Fi 7 | — |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.4 | — |
| USB | USB‑C | — |
| NFC | Yes | — |
| eSIM | Yes | — |
| Build & durability | ||
| Frame | Armor Aluminum | — |
| Ingress protection | IP68 | IP68 |
Key differences
The most meaningful measured gaps in size and weight — not an overall winner.
Weight
Galaxy S26
24 g lighter
Thickness
Galaxy S26
0.9 mm thinner
Height
17
1.5 mm taller · minor difference
Width
Very similar width
What these size differences mean
Calculated from the dimensions shown, rounded to 0.1 mm and 1 g. Percentages use the smaller measurement as the reference. Fold and rotation settings affect the dimensions compared.
- 17 is 0.1 mm (0.1% relative to Galaxy S26) wider. Check this difference against the width of your current device and pocket opening.
- 17 is 1.5 mm (1% relative to Galaxy S26) taller. This describes the body outline; screen diagonal alone does not tell you the overall size.
- 17 is 0.9 mm (12.5% relative to Galaxy S26) thicker. Cases and camera protrusions can change the clearance you need.
- Galaxy S26 is 24 g lighter. This is the listed device-weight difference, not a measured comfort rating.
Use these figures to compare physical size. They do not establish one-handed reach, pocket fit, durability or an overall winner.
Size in everyday life
Picture it in your front pocket.
2018 US jeans study · 20 brands · 80 pairs · Approx. 32-inch waists
Galaxy S26
17
Sources and measurement notes
Sizometry compares published specifications and calculates differences. These are not hands-on measurements or tests of comfort, performance or pocket fit.
Galaxy S26
Check the exact model, year, region and configuration on the linked page. References may cover several variants. Folded and unfolded dimensions differ; cases and camera protrusions may change the space a device needs. Drawings share a relative scale and are not calibrated to life size on your screen.
Galaxy S26 vs 17 Size Comparison
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User Experience Summary
Galaxy S26
Strengths
- Compact size with excellent one-handed handling despite 6.3-inch growth
- Light 167 g weight and pocket-friendly footprint
- Smooth 120Hz display and fast regional flagship performance
Compromises
- 25W charging feels slow for 2026 flagship pricing
- 4,300 mAh battery still tight on heavy-use days
- Camera hardware largely unchanged from S25
17
Strengths
- Compact size with excellent one-handed handling
- Exceptional battery capacity for the footprint
- Bright OLED and fast Elite Gen 5 performance
Compromises
- HyperOS promotional clutter at premium pricing
- Polarizing Leica color science
- Gaming warmth during sustained sessions