Honor 600 Lite vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Honor 600 Lite (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7100 Elite, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $362 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 38/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6520); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Honor 600 Lite is noticeably lighter (180g vs 219g).
Honor 600 Lite
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 180g vs 219g
- Cheaper: $362 vs $999
- Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 26/100)
- Better value for money (85/100 vs 41/100)
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6520 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 2160Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 54/100)
Comparing the Honor 600 Lite vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 46 points higher (84/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 54/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor 600 Lite leads (85/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Honor 600 Lite (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Honor 600 Lite (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Honor 600 Lite (82/100 vs 54/100). In the "design" category, the Honor 600 Lite significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (75/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Honor 600 Lite significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (85/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Honor 600 Lite | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7100 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2600 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 2160 Hz | |
| Battery | 6520 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16, up to 6 major Android upgrades, MagicOS 10 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.4×75.4×7.3 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 219 g | |
| Price | $362 | $999 |
Honor 600 Lite
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Honor 600 Lite
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
Honor 600 Lite
- 6520 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Price difference: $637. Honor 600 Lite is cheaper by $637.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Honor 600 Lite (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Honor 600 Lite (87/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Honor 600 Lite (82/100 vs 54/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Honor 600 Lite significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (75/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Honor 600 Lite significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (85/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Honor 600 Lite or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Honor 600 Lite by 46 points (84/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Honor 600 Lite and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Honor 600 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor 600 Lite or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor 600 Lite or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Honor 600 Lite over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Honor 600 Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.