ASUS ROG Phone 6D vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The ASUS ROG Phone 6D (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $749 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 61/100 (a 27-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 1,540,240); the Xiaomi 17 Max is noticeably lighter (219g vs 239g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 6D
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 6D better?
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $749 vs $799
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 1540240
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1967
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5401
- 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 74/100)
- 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 6D vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 27 points higher (88/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 74/100). 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). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 6D — 36/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; 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 17 Max notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6D (97/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 6D is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6D (90/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6D (90/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6D (40/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 6D | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1540240 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1967 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5401 | 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 | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 / ROG UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX4 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 173.0×77.0×10.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 239 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $749 | $799 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 6D
- 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 6D
- 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 6D
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 6D and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads ASUS ROG Phone 6D by 57.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. ASUS ROG Phone 6D was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6D (97/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 6D is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6D (90/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6D (90/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6D (40/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 6D or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 6D by 27 points (88/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 6D and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The ASUS ROG Phone 6D has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 6D 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 6D or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 6D over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The ASUS ROG Phone 6D 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.