HMD Fusion vs Xiaomi 17 Max

The HMD Fusion (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 46/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 568,395); the HMD Fusion is noticeably lighter (203g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Fusion by 42 points (88/100 vs 46/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

HMD Fusion

Performance 46
Display 44
Camera 49
Battery 46
Portability 54
Value for money —

Xiaomi 17 Max

Performance 97
Display 81
Camera 90
Battery 90
Portability 40
Value for money 90

What makes HMD Fusion better?

  • Lighter: 203g vs 219g

  • Better portability (54/100 vs 40/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 568395
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 915
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2115
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (97/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 49/100)
  • Longer battery life (90/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 44/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the HMD Fusion vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 42 points higher (88/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Fusion (97/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Fusion (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Fusion (90/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Fusion (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Fusion is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).

Xiaomi 17 Max: 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.

Specs comparison

Specification HMD Fusion Xiaomi 17 Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 568395 3654776
Geekbench Single 915 3639
Geekbench Multi 2115 11047
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 720x1612 2608x1200
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 33W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 108 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 50 MP 32 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 600 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP68
Dimensions 164.2×75.5×8.3 mm —
Weight 203 g 219 g
Launch price — $799

Camera comparison

HMD Fusion

  • Main: 108MP
  • Front: 50MP
49
camera

Xiaomi 17 Max

  • Main: 200MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera

Display comparison

HMD Fusion

  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display

Xiaomi 17 Max

  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display

Battery and charging

HMD Fusion

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery

Xiaomi 17 Max

  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
90
battery

Overall performance score

We compared HMD Fusion and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

HMD Fusion Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2
46/100
568395 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
88/100 +84.4%
3654776 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Max leads HMD Fusion by 84.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

HMD Fusion

Price unknown

Xiaomi 17 Max

$799

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Fusion (97/100 vs 46/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Fusion (81/100 vs 44/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Fusion (90/100 vs 49/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Fusion (90/100 vs 46/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the HMD Fusion is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the HMD Fusion or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the HMD Fusion by 42 points (88/100 vs 46/100).

What is the rating of the HMD Fusion and the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The HMD Fusion has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.

Which has the better camera: the HMD Fusion or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 49/100).

Which is more powerful: the HMD Fusion or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 46/100).

Should you choose the HMD Fusion over the Xiaomi 17 Max?

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.