Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (2024) runs on the Apple A18 Pro, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1199 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 77/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4685); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 1,782,199); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has the stronger camera (161 vs 159).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max better?
- Better camera (89/100 vs 87/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 1782199
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3400
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8400
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4685 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 219g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1199
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 85/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 47/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 11 points higher (88/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 85/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max — 64/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 86/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (98/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (89/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (89/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (48/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1782199 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3400 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8400 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4685 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 161 | 159 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×77.6×8.3 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 227 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 6.9" Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
- 4685 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max by 55.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Xiaomi 17 Pro Max was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (98/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (89/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max (89/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (48/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.