ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 60/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 1,420,808); the Xiaomi 17 Max is noticeably lighter (219g vs 239g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro better?
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 1420808
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 219g vs 239g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 60/100)
- Better portability (40/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 28 points higher (88/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro (97/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro (90/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro (90/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro (40/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1420808 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 18GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 / ROG UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX4 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 173.0×77.0×10.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 239 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro by 61.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro (97/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro (90/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro (90/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro (40/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro by 28 points (88/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The ASUS ROG Phone 6 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.