Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $1199 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 75/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4823); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,207,005 vs 2,601,000); the Xiaomi 17T Pro is noticeably lighter (205g vs 233g).
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Better Geekbench Single: 3933 vs 3228
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10223 vs 9553
- Better camera (71/100 vs 63/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3207005 vs 2601000
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4823 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 205g vs 233g
- Cheaper: $899 vs $1199
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 92/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 30/100)
- Better value for money (76/100 vs 60/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 7 points higher (82/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 53/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (76/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (93/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a bit better (71/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (87/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (54/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (76/100 vs 60/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2601000 | 3207005 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3933 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10223 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4823 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 233 g | 205 g | |
| Price | $1199 | $899 |
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 4823 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max by 18.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $300. Xiaomi 17T Pro is cheaper by $300.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (93/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a bit better (71/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (87/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (54/100 vs 30/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (76/100 vs 60/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro edges out the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.