Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 15S Pro
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Xiaomi 15S Pro (2025) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O1; launch prices were $1299 and $760. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15S Pro leads — 84/100 vs 80/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15S Pro has the bigger battery (6100 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 2,998,904).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Xiaomi 15S Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 2998904
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 2746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 8431
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 89/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15S Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6100 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper at launch: $760 vs $1299
- Better camera (78/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 15S Pro, the Xiaomi 15S Pro scores 4 points higher (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro leads (77/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, Xiaomi 15S Pro — 82/100; 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 89/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro is a bit better (78/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro is a bit better (77/100 vs 67/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Xiaomi 15S Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Xiaomi XRING O1 | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 2998904 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 2746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 8431 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 6100 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 249 g | — | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $760 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Xiaomi 15S Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- 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 15S Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 15S Pro
- 6100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Xiaomi 15S Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 15S Pro by 18.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $539. Xiaomi 15S Pro was $539 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro is a bit better (78/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro is a bit better (77/100 vs 67/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Xiaomi 15S Pro edges out the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Xiaomi 15S Pro — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Xiaomi 15S Pro leads on camera score (78/100 vs 71/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 15S Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.