Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Vivo S50 Pro mini
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Vivo S50 Pro mini (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $1299 and $485. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 79/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo S50 Pro mini has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5567); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 2,974,201); the Vivo S50 Pro mini is noticeably lighter (191g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Vivo S50 Pro mini
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 2974201
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 9119
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Vivo S50 Pro mini better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 25W
- Lighter: 191g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $485 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Vivo S50 Pro mini, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 1 points higher (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (81/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, Vivo S50 Pro mini — 80/100; 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 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (71/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (64/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Vivo S50 Pro mini | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 2974201 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $485 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Vivo S50 Pro mini, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Vivo S50 Pro mini by 19.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $814. Vivo S50 Pro mini was $814 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (71/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (64/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max edges out the Vivo S50 Pro mini by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Vivo S50 Pro mini — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Vivo S50 Pro mini?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo S50 Pro mini is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.