Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1299 and $830. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 74/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (5567 mAh vs 5165); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 3,126,402); the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 3126402
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 5567 vs 5165 mAh
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 57/100)
- Longer battery life (67/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 better?
- Faster charging: 67W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $830 vs $1299
- Better portability (64/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 6 points higher (80/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads (67/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 — 62/100; 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 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (71/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (64/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 1224x2912 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 5165 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 166.9×73.8×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $830 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- 6.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2912
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- 5165 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Xiaomi Mix Flip 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 by 13.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $469. Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 was $469 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 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (71/100 vs 57/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 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 Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max edges out the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 57/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
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 Mix Flip 2?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a better fit for gamers and power users.