ASUS ROG Phone 7 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 65/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 1,828,576); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the stronger camera (159 vs 108); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (219g vs 239g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 7
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 7 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 1828576
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Lighter: 219g vs 239g
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 60/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 7 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 23 points higher (88/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 60/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 7 — 40/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 86/100; 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 Pro Max notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (98/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (89/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (48/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 7 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1828576 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 108 | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 / ROG UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 173.0×77.0×10.3 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 239 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $999 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 7
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 7
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 7 and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads ASUS ROG Phone 7 by 54.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (98/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (87/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (89/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (48/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 by 23 points (88/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 7 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 7 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 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, budget-conscious buyers.