Fairphone 5 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Fairphone 5 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm QCM6490, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 47/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Fairphone 5 is noticeably lighter (212g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Fairphone 5
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Fairphone 5 better?
- Lighter: 212g vs 235g
- Better portability (36/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (100/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 28/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 72/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Fairphone 5 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 45 points higher (92/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 28/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 72/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (100/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (92/100 vs 28/100). In the "portability" category, the Fairphone 5 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (36/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Fairphone 5 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm QCM6490 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.5" OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2700 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4200 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 108 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, up to 5 major Android upgrades | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 880 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP55 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.6×75.8×9.6 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Fairphone 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Fairphone 5
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1224x2700
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Fairphone 5
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Fairphone 5
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 72/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (100/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 (92/100 vs 28/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Fairphone 5 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (36/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Fairphone 5 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Fairphone 5 by 45 points (92/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Fairphone 5 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Fairphone 5 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Fairphone 5 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the Fairphone 5 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
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.