Apple iPhone Fold vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone Fold (2026) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 56/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 2,568,709).
Apple iPhone Fold
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Better Geekbench Single: 3970 vs 3640
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 26/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 2568709
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 10558
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 2160Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 72/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 47/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone Fold vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 28 points higher (84/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 72/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 47/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone Fold leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone Fold (92/100 vs 72/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Fold (87/100 vs 47/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Fold (82/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (50/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone Fold is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone Fold | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2568709 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3970 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10558 | 11033 | |
| Display | 7.8" Foldable LTPO OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1920x2713 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 2160 Hz | |
| Battery | — | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 4 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 219 g | |
| Price | — | $999 |
Apple iPhone Fold
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 4MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Apple iPhone Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1920x2713
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
Apple iPhone Fold
- —
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Apple iPhone Fold and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone Fold by 35.8% in our overall performance rating.
Apple iPhone Fold
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone Fold (92/100 vs 72/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Fold (87/100 vs 47/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Fold (82/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (50/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone Fold is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Fold or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Fold by 28 points (84/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Fold and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone Fold has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Fold or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 47/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone Fold or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (92/100 vs 72/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Fold over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone Fold is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.