vivo X Fold 4 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro
Compare vivo X Fold 4 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 6000mAh vs 5500mAh…
vivo
X Fold 4
$1,699
10categories won
Xiaomi
17 Pro
$999
4categories won
8 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
vivo X Fold 4 takes the overall win
The vivo X Fold 4 claims the overall win over the Xiaomi 17 Pro, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. In camera testing, the 17 Pro leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the X Fold 4. Choose the X Fold 4 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the 17 Pro if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
X Fold 4 wins on endurance with 6,000 mAh and 100W fast charging.
X Fold 4 leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 and 24GB RAM.
17 Pro takes photography with 50MP optics and 3.2x optical telephoto capabilities.
17 Pro wins on budget and value at $999 compared to $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.
X Fold 4 vs 17 Pro: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | X Fold 4 | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 8.03" | 6.36" |
| Resolution | 2200 x 2480Winner | 1200 x 2670 |
| Pixel density | 413 ppi | 460 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3200 nits | 3200 nits |
Performance
| Specification | X Fold 4 | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| Process node | 2 nmWinner | 3 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 3,200,000Winner | 3,060,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 10800Winner | 10420 |
| Maximum RAM | 24 GBWinner | 16 GB |
| Maximum storage | 1TB | 1TB |
Camera
| Specification | X Fold 4 | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | 3x | 3.2xWinner |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Selfie camera | 32 MP | 32 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps | 8K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | X Fold 4 | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 6,000 mAhWinner | 5,500 mAh |
| Wired charging | 100 WWinner | 90 W |
| Wireless charging | 50 W | 50 W |
Design
| Specification | X Fold 4 | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 214 g | 191 gWinner |
| Thickness | 4.6 mmWinner | 8.2 mm |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Build | Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back | Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass 2.0 front, high-strength polished aluminum alloy frame, velvet frosted glass rear |
Software and support
| Specification | X Fold 4 | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 17 | Android 16 (HyperOS 3) |
| OS updates | 7 yearsWinner | 5 years |
| Security updates | 7 yearsWinner | 5 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | X Fold 4 | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $1,699 | $999Winner |
vivo X Fold 4
vivo sets another milestone with the X Fold 4: a 6,000 mAh battery squeezed into a 4.6mm thin unfolded frame (9.1mm folded), dual 3D ultrasonic in-display fingerprint sensors, and 100W FlashCharge with 50W wireless.
- Display
- 8.03"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 6,000mAh
Xiaomi 17 Pro
Packing a Snapdragon 8 Elite, a dense 5,500 mAh battery, and Leica Summilux optics with stepless variable aperture into a 6.36-inch chassis with 1.1mm symmetrical bezels, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is the gold standard for compact flagships.
- Display
- 6.36"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,500mAh