HMD Skyline vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The HMD Skyline (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 62/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 798,429); the HMD Skyline is noticeably lighter (209g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Skyline
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes HMD Skyline better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 209g vs 235g
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (44/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 798429
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2687
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Skyline vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 30 points higher (92/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline (100/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the HMD Skyline is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the HMD Skyline (100/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline (92/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Skyline is a bit better (44/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Skyline | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 798429 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1015 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2687 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.8×76.0×8.9 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
HMD Skyline
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
HMD Skyline
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Skyline
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared HMD Skyline and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads HMD Skyline by 84.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
HMD Skyline
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline (100/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the HMD Skyline is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the HMD Skyline (100/100 vs 75/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline (92/100 vs 45/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Skyline is a bit better (44/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Skyline or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the HMD Skyline by 30 points (92/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Skyline and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The HMD Skyline has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Skyline or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 75/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Skyline or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the HMD Skyline over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
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.