Xiaomi or Samsung Galaxy?
Which smartphone brand is right for you?
Samsung Galaxywins 5 of 7 categories
WINNER
Samsung Galaxy
Do What You Can't
4.5/5
|312,000 reviews5
Wins
1938
Founded
premium
Price
Head-to-Head Comparison
88
Camera Quality
Samsung Galaxy wins
93
90
Performance
Samsung Galaxy wins
92
90
Battery Life
Xiaomi wins
88
88
Display Quality
Samsung Galaxy wins
98
78
Software & Updates
Samsung Galaxy wins
85
85
Build Quality
Samsung Galaxy wins
92
95
Value for Money
Xiaomi wins
75
Xiaomi excels at
Battery LifeValue for Money
Samsung Galaxy excels at
Camera QualityPerformanceDisplay QualitySoftware & UpdatesBuild Quality
Pros & Cons
Xiaomi
Exceptional value for money
Wide product range
Fast charging across range
Good display quality
MIUI has ads (can be disabled)
Software updates inconsistent
Samsung Galaxy
Industry-best AMOLED displays
Versatile camera systems
Wide product range
Excellent build quality
Pre-installed bloatware
One UI can be heavy
The Bottom Line
Choose Xiaomi if you want...
- Value seekers
- Spec enthusiasts
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Feature maximizers
Choose Samsung Galaxy if you want...
- Display enthusiasts
- Android power users
- Foldable phone early adopters
- Samsung ecosystem users
Our pick: Samsung Galaxy — Better overall scores and stronger performance across key categories. However, Xiaomi is the better choice if you prioritize battery life or value for money.
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