HMD Luma vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The HMD Luma (2026) runs on the Unisoc T615, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 32/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the HMD Luma doesn't; the HMD Luma is noticeably lighter (198g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Luma
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes HMD Luma better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 219g
- Better portability (52/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 380
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1300
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 18/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Luma vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 56 points higher (88/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Luma (98/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the HMD Luma (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Luma (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Luma (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Luma and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Luma | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T615 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 380 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1300 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.5×8.7 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
HMD Luma
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
HMD Luma
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Luma
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
HMD Luma
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Luma (98/100 vs 18/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the HMD Luma (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Luma (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Luma (89/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Luma and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Luma or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Luma by 56 points (88/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Luma and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The HMD Luma has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Luma or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Luma or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 18/100).
Should you choose the HMD Luma over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
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.