Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 17
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1299 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 80/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 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 3,248,535); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Xiaomi 17
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 3248535
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3566
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 10162
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 95/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 191g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $709 vs $1299
- Better camera (81/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 7 points higher (87/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, Xiaomi 17 — 88/100; 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 and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 95/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (81/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (87/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (63/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 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 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 17 by 9.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $590. Xiaomi 17 was $590 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 95/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (81/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (87/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (63/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 edges out the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 17?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.