Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 15
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Xiaomi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1299 and $635. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 leads — 82/100 vs 80/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (5567 mAh vs 5240); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,434,654 vs 2,914,100); the Xiaomi 15 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Xiaomi 15
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3434654 vs 2914100
- Better Geekbench Single: 4772 vs 3092
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12989 vs 9147
- Bigger battery: 5567 vs 5240 mAh
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 better?
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 191g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $635 vs $1299
- Better camera (78/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 15, the Xiaomi 15 scores 2 points higher (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 leads (77/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, Xiaomi 15 — 78/100; 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 91/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (78/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (77/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (60/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Xiaomi 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3434654 | 2914100 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4772 | 3092 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12989 | 9147 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 2670x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 5240 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 147 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 152.3×71.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $635 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Xiaomi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 15
- 5240 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:20 hrs, total 31:54 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Xiaomi 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 15 by 17.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $664. Xiaomi 15 was $664 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (78/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (77/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (60/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 15?
The Xiaomi 15 edges out the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 15?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Xiaomi 15 — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 15?
The Xiaomi 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 71/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 15?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 15?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.