Apple iPhone Duo vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone Duo (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $1999 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 72/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4883); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 3,434,654); the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (235g vs 254g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Duo
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone Duo better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4772 vs 4327
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12989 vs 12873
- Overall rating 72/100
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 3434654
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4883 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 235g vs 254g
- Cheaper at launch: $986 vs $1999
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 97/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 59/100)
- Better portability (33/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Duo vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 20 points higher (92/100 vs 72/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 59/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Duo — 52/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 96/100; 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 Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone Duo are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (100/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (92/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (33/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Duo | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 3434654 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4772 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12989 | 12873 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1878x2670 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4883 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 117.8×84.1×11.3 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 254 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $1999 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Duo
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Duo
- 7.6" Foldable LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1878x2670
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Duo
- 4883 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Duo and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone Duo by 31.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1013. Xiaomi 18 Pro Max was $1013 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone Duo are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (100/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo (92/100 vs 59/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (33/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Duo or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Duo by 20 points (92/100 vs 72/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Duo and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone Duo has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Duo or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Duo over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone Duo is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.