Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1299 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 80/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro 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 3,182,664); the Xiaomi 17T Pro is noticeably lighter (205g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Xiaomi 17T Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 3182664
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 10243
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 93/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 205g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 2 points higher (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, Xiaomi 17T Pro — 76/100; 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 17T Pro are nearly equal (97/100 vs 93/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (71/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (87/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (54/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 3182664 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 249 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- 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 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 17T Pro by 11.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $400. Xiaomi 17T Pro was $400 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17T Pro are nearly equal (97/100 vs 93/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (71/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (87/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (54/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro 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 17T Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.