Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1799 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 64/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4650); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 1,401,321); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the stronger camera (159 vs 129); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (219g vs 257g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold better?
- Better portability (52/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 1401321
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1707
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4431
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4650 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 21W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Lighter: 219g vs 257g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1799
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 24 points higher (88/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold — 36/100, 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 Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (98/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1401321 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1707 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4431 | 11047 | |
| Display | 8.0" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4650 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | 159 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 257 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
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 Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by 65.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $800. Xiaomi 17 Pro Max was $800 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (98/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (87/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (89/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by 24 points (88/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold 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.