Honor GT Pro vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Honor GT Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $485 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 83/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 3,280,245); the Honor GT Pro is noticeably lighter (212g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor GT Pro
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Honor GT Pro better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 212g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $485 vs $986
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 3280245
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 92/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 81/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor GT Pro vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 9 points higher (92/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 70/100). Value score: Honor GT Pro — 88/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 96/100; 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 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Honor GT Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Honor GT Pro (100/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Honor GT Pro (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor GT Pro is a bit better (46/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor GT Pro | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 3280245 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2800 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7200 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.7×8.6 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $485 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Honor GT Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Honor GT Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor GT Pro
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Honor GT Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Honor GT Pro by 34.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $501. Honor GT Pro was $501 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Honor GT Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Honor GT Pro (100/100 vs 81/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Honor GT Pro (92/100 vs 70/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor GT Pro is a bit better (46/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor GT Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max edges out the Honor GT Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Honor GT Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Honor GT Pro has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor GT Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 81/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor GT Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 92/100).
Should you choose the Honor GT Pro over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Honor GT Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. 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.