Google Pixel 6 Pro vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Google Pixel 6 Pro (2021) runs on the Google Tensor, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $899 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 65/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5003); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 1,010,025); the Google Pixel 6 Pro is noticeably lighter (210g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 6 Pro
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Google Pixel 6 Pro better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $986
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (43/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 1010025
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1477
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 3595
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5003 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 23W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 6 Pro vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 27 points higher (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Google Pixel 6 Pro — 42/100, 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 6 Pro (100/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 6 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 Pro (100/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 Pro (92/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 6 Pro is a bit better (43/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 6 Pro | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1010025 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1477 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3595 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5003 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 134 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 11 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×75.9×8.9 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 6 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.85
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 11MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 6 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 6 Pro
- 5003 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 23W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 6 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 6 Pro by 79.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $87. Google Pixel 6 Pro was $87 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 Pro (100/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 6 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 Pro (100/100 vs 68/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 Pro (92/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 6 Pro is a bit better (43/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 6 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 Pro by 27 points (92/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 6 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 6 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 6 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 68/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 6 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 6 Pro over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 6 Pro is a better fit for active users. 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.