Lava Blaze Curve vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Lava Blaze Curve (2024) runs on the Dimensity 7050, 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 54/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 806,012); the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Blaze Curve doesn't; the Lava Blaze Curve is noticeably lighter (189g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Blaze Curve
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Lava Blaze Curve better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 219g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 806012
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2398
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Blaze Curve vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 34 points higher (88/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 48/100). 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 Lava Blaze Curve (97/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Lava Blaze Curve are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (90/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Blaze Curve notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (57/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Blaze Curve | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7050 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 806012 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1061 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2398 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×74.0×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 189 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Lava Blaze Curve
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Lava Blaze Curve
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Blaze Curve
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Blaze Curve and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Lava Blaze Curve by 77.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Lava Blaze Curve
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (97/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Lava Blaze Curve are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (90/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (90/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Blaze Curve notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (57/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Blaze Curve or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve by 34 points (88/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Blaze Curve and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Lava Blaze Curve has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Blaze Curve or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Blaze Curve or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Lava Blaze Curve 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.