Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 11i

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Xiaomi 11i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads — 63/100 vs 34/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 11i has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4823); the main camera is 48 MP vs 108 MP; the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi 11i doesn't; the Xiaomi 11i is noticeably lighter (207g vs 233g).

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i by 29 points (63/100 vs 34/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Performance 72
Display 100
Camera 66
Battery 41
Design 8
Value for money 27
Xiaomi 11i
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 41
Battery 51
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max better?

  • Higher performance (72/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (66/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Xiaomi 11i better?
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4823 mAh
  • Faster charging: 67W vs 40W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 207g vs 233g

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (41/100 vs 8/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 11i, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max scores 29 points higher (63/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads (72/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads (66/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i leads (51/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 11i leads (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (72/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (66/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 11i significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (41/100 vs 8/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 11i notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (55/100 vs 27/100).

Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max: The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a better fit for active users.
Xiaomi 11i: The Xiaomi 11i is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max Xiaomi 11i
Processor Apple A19 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G
AnTuTu 2601000
Geekbench Single 3933
Geekbench Multi 10223
Display 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2868x1320 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4823 mAh 5160 mAh
Charging 40W 67W
Wireless charging 25W 0W
Main camera 48 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 48 MP 0 MP
Front camera 18 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB 128GB / 256GB
OS iOS 26 Android 11, MIUI 12.5
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits 1200 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP53
Dimensions 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 233 g 207 g
Price $1199
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.78
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 18MP
66
camera
Xiaomi 11i
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
41
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
  • 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
  • Resolution: 2868x1320
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 11i
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
  • 4823 mAh
  • Wired: 40W
  • Wireless: 25W
41
battery
Xiaomi 11i
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
$1199
Xiaomi 11i
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (72/100 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 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (66/100 vs 41/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 11i significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (41/100 vs 8/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 11i notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (55/100 vs 27/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 11i?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i by 29 points (63/100 vs 34/100).

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 11i?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Xiaomi 11i — 34/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 11i?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (66/100 vs 41/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 11i?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads on performance (72/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 11i?

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 11i is a better fit for everyday use.