Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra vs Xiaomi MIX Fold 5

Compare Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra vs Xiaomi MIX Fold 5 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2, 200MP…

Samsung

MIX Fold 5

$1,699

6categories won

10 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Xiaomi MIX Fold 5 takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Xiaomi MIX Fold 5 proves superior overall against the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra, outperforming on battery endurance and daily usability. In camera testing, the MIX Fold 5 leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the MIX Fold 5. Choose the MIX Fold 5 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Galaxy S27 Ultra if its lower retail price better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryMIX Fold 5

MIX Fold 5 takes battery honors offering 5,400 mAh alongside 67W charging.

🎮 GamingTie

Both handsets deliver top-tier speed with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy and smooth everyday multitasking.

📸 CameraMIX Fold 5

MIX Fold 5 takes photography with 50MP optics and 5x optical telephoto capabilities.

🏷️ ValueGalaxy S27 Ultra

Galaxy S27 Ultra provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $1399 vs $1699.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

Galaxy S27 Ultra vs MIX Fold 5: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra, Xiaomi MIX Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy S27 Ultra	MIX Fold 5
Screen size	6.9"	7.98"
Resolution	1440 x 3120	2224 x 2488Winner
Pixel density	498 ppiWinner	418 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	3500 nitsWinner	3000 nits

Performance

Performance comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra, Xiaomi MIX Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy S27 Ultra	MIX Fold 5
Chipset	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 for Galaxy	Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2
Process node	2 nm	2 nm
AnTuTu score	3,200,000	3,200,000
Geekbench multi	10800	10800
Maximum RAM	24 GB	24 GB
Maximum storage	2TBWinner	1TB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra, Xiaomi MIX Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy S27 Ultra	MIX Fold 5
Main sensor	200 MPWinner	50 MP
Rear cameras	4Winner	3
Optical zoom	3x	5xWinner
Ultrawide	50 MP	50 MP
Selfie camera	16 MP	20 MPWinner
Max video	8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps	8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra, Xiaomi MIX Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy S27 Ultra	MIX Fold 5
Capacity	5,500 mAh	5,400 mAh
Wired charging	65 W	67 WWinner
Wireless charging	25 W	50 WWinner

Design

Design comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra, Xiaomi MIX Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy S27 Ultra	MIX Fold 5
Weight	218 g	216 g
Thickness	8.2 mm	4.5 mmWinner
Water resistance	IP68	IP68
Build	Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back	Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra, Xiaomi MIX Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy S27 Ultra	MIX Fold 5
Operating system	Android 17	Android 17
OS updates	7 years	7 years
Security updates	7 years	7 years

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra, Xiaomi MIX Fold 5
Specification	Galaxy S27 Ultra	MIX Fold 5
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth)
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$1,399Winner	$1,699