Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $1799 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 64/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4650); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 1,401,321); the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (235g vs 257g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold better?
- Better portability (52/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 1401321
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1707
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 4431
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4650 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 21W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 7W
- Lighter: 235g vs 257g
- Cheaper at launch: $986 vs $1799
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 28 points higher (92/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 42/100). Value score: Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold — 36/100, 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 9 Pro Fold (100/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (92/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (52/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1401321 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1707 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4431 | 12873 | |
| Display | 8.0" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2076x2152 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4650 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 21W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2700 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 155.2×150.2×5.1 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 257 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 8.0" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2076x2152
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold
- 4650 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 7W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by 72.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $813. Xiaomi 18 Pro Max was $813 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (100/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (100/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold (92/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (52/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold by 28 points (92/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold 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.