Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is Rs 21,000 cheaper. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a higher-resolution main camera. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra has more RAM, more storage, a bigger battery and faster charging. On paper the Xiaomi 17 Ultra offers more for the money.
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| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Xiaomi 17 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs 458,999 ✓ | Rs 479,999 |
| RAM | 12 GB | 16 GB ✓ |
| Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB ✓ |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh | 6,000 mAh ✓ |
| Charging | 60 W | 90 W ✓ |
| Screen | 6.9 inches | 6.9 inches |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 200 MP ✓ | 50 MP |
| Selfie camera | 12 MP | 50 MP ✓ |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 |
| Launched | March 2026 | March 2026 |
A tick marks the better figure on paper (lower price; higher RAM, storage, battery, charging, screen size, refresh rate and camera resolution). Camera megapixels and chipset names don't tell the whole story: read reviews for real-world photo quality and speed.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra if you want a higher-resolution main camera for less money.
- Choose the Xiaomi 17 Ultra if you want more RAM, more storage and a bigger battery.
Prices are the official prices published by each brand in Pakistan. Shop prices can differ, and buy PTA-approved phones.
