Motorola Edge 40 vs Xiaomi 17 Max

The Motorola Edge 40 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8020, 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 58/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 981,459); the Motorola Edge 40 is noticeably lighter (167g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 by 30 points (88/100 vs 58/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Motorola Edge 40

Performance 59
Display 90
Camera 42
Battery 48
Portability 83
Value for money —

Xiaomi 17 Max

Performance 97
Display 81
Camera 90
Battery 90
Portability 40
Value for money 90

What makes Motorola Edge 40 better?

  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 167g vs 219g

  • Better display (90/100 vs 81/100)
  • Better portability (83/100 vs 40/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 981459
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1120
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3665
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4400 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 68W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W

  • Higher performance (97/100 vs 59/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 42/100)
  • Longer battery life (90/100 vs 48/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 30 points higher (88/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (97/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (90/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (90/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 40 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (83/100 vs 40/100).

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.

Specs comparison

Specification Motorola Edge 40 Xiaomi 17 Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8020 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 981459 3654776
Geekbench Single 1120 3639
Geekbench Multi 3665 11047
Display 6.5" P-OLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2608x1200
Refresh rate 144 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4400 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 68W 100W
Wireless charging 15W 50W
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 13 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, up to 2 major Android upgrades Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 158.4×72.0×7.6 mm —
Weight 167 g 219 g
Launch price — $799

Camera comparison

Motorola Edge 40

  • Main: 50MP f/1.4
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
42
camera

Xiaomi 17 Max

  • Main: 200MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera

Display comparison

Motorola Edge 40

  • 6.5" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
90
display

Xiaomi 17 Max

  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display

Battery and charging

Motorola Edge 40

  • 4400 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • Wireless: 15W
48
battery

Xiaomi 17 Max

  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
90
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Edge 40 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Edge 40 MediaTek Dimensity 8020
58/100
981459 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
88/100 +73.1%
3654776 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Max leads Motorola Edge 40 by 73.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Motorola Edge 40

Price unknown

Xiaomi 17 Max

$799

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (97/100 vs 59/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (90/100 vs 42/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (90/100 vs 48/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 40 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (83/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 by 30 points (88/100 vs 58/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Motorola Edge 40 has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 42/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 59/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 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.