Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Xiaomi 17
The Xiaomi 17 is Rs 4,000 cheaper. The Xiaomi 17 has more storage, a bigger battery and a higher-resolution selfie camera. On paper the Xiaomi 17 offers more for the money.
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| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Xiaomi 17 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs 333,999 | Rs 329,999 ✓ |
| RAM | 12 GB | 12 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB ✓ |
| Battery | 4,300 mAh | 6,330 mAh ✓ |
| Charging | — | 100 W |
| Screen | 6.3 inches | 6.3 inches |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Selfie camera | 12 MP | 50 MP ✓ |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Chipset | Exynos 2600 | 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 if you prefer its design or brand.
- Choose the Xiaomi 17 if you want more storage, a bigger battery and a higher-resolution selfie camera for less money.
Prices are the official prices published by each brand in Pakistan. Shop prices can differ, and buy PTA-approved phones.
