Apple iPhone 17 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $799 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 76/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Lighter: 177g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $986
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 3608
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 88/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 86/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 16 points higher (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 86/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 96/100; 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 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 86/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (92/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (73/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone 17 by 56.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $187. Apple iPhone 17 was $187 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 86/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (92/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (73/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 17 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 86/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 88/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.