Google Pixel Fold vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Google Pixel Fold (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1799 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 65/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4821); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 1,186,373); the Xiaomi 17 Max is noticeably lighter (219g vs 283g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel Fold
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Google Pixel Fold better?
- Better portability (52/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 1186373
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1461
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3867
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4821 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 219g vs 283g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1799
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 78/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel Fold vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 23 points higher (88/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Google Pixel Fold — 38/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; 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 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (97/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Google Pixel Fold are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (90/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (90/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel Fold is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel Fold | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1186373 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1461 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3867 | 11047 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1840x2208 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4821 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1450 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 139.7×158.7×5.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 283 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel Fold
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel Fold
- 7.6" Foldable OLED
- Resolution: 1840x2208
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel Fold
- 4821 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel Fold and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Google Pixel Fold by 67.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1000. Xiaomi 17 Max was $1000 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (97/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Google Pixel Fold are nearly equal (81/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (90/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (90/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel Fold is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel Fold or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold by 23 points (88/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel Fold and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Google Pixel Fold has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel Fold or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel Fold or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel Fold over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Google Pixel Fold is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.