Google Pixel 3 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Google Pixel 3 (2018) runs on the Snapdragon 845, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $799 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 34/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 2915); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 572,788); the Google Pixel 3 is noticeably lighter (148g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 3
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Google Pixel 3 better?
- Lighter: 148g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $986
- Better portability (84/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 572788
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 566
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2130
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 2915 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 5W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 18/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 3 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 58 points higher (92/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 18/100). Value score: Google Pixel 3 — 0/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 96/100; 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 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (100/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (82/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (100/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (92/100 vs 18/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (84/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 3 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 845 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 572788 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 566 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2130 | 12873 | |
| Display | 5.5" P-OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2915 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 145.6×68.2×7.9 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 148 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 3
- 5.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 3
- 2915 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 3 and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 3 by 88.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $187. Google Pixel 3 was $187 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (100/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (82/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (100/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (92/100 vs 18/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (84/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 3 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 by 58 points (92/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 3 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 3 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 3 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 3 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 3 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.