Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs Xiaomi Civi 1S

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (2023) runs on the Apple A17 Pro, while the Xiaomi Civi 1S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads — 55/100 vs 35/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi Civi 1S has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4441); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi Civi 1S is noticeably lighter (166g vs 221g).

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S by 20 points (55/100 vs 35/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Performance 42
Display 100
Camera 83
Battery 27
Design 23
Value for money 27
Xiaomi Civi 1S
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 46
Battery 32
Design 92
Value for money 55
What makes Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max better?

  • Higher performance (42/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (83/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Xiaomi Civi 1S better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4441 mAh
  • Faster charging: 55W vs 27W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 166g vs 221g

  • Longer battery life (32/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (92/100 vs 23/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi Civi 1S, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max scores 20 points higher (55/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads (83/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S leads (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (42/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (83/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (92/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (55/100 vs 27/100).

Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max: The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts.
Xiaomi Civi 1S: The Xiaomi Civi 1S is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max Xiaomi Civi 1S
Processor Apple A17 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G
AnTuTu 1650000
Geekbench Single 2900
Geekbench Multi 7200
Display 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED 6.5" OLED
Resolution 2796x1290 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4441 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 27W 55W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 154
Main camera 48 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 12 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS iOS 17 Android 12, MIUI 13
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 950 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP53
Dimensions 159.9×76.7×8.3 mm 158.3×71.5×7.0 mm
Weight 221 g 166 g
Price $1199
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.78
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
83
camera
Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
46
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
  • 6.7" Super Retina XDR OLED
  • Resolution: 2796x1290
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
  • 4441 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 15W
27
battery
Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 55W
  • No wireless charging
32
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
$1199
Xiaomi Civi 1S
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (42/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (83/100 vs 46/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (92/100 vs 23/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max (55/100 vs 27/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S by 20 points (55/100 vs 35/100).

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max and the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Xiaomi Civi 1S — 35/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads on camera score (83/100 vs 46/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max leads on performance (42/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max over the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi Civi 1S is a better fit for everyday use.