Motorola Razr Fold vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Motorola Razr Fold (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1799 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 83/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 3,057,215); per DXOMark lab testing, the Motorola Razr Fold has the stronger camera (164 vs 159); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (219g vs 285g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Razr Fold
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Motorola Razr Fold better?
- Better camera (91/100 vs 87/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 3057215
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9119
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 68W
- Lighter: 219g vs 285g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1799
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 90/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Razr Fold vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 5 points higher (88/100 vs 83/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Motorola Razr Fold — 74/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 86/100; 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 17 Pro Max is a bit better (98/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100. In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (91/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Motorola Razr Fold (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Razr Fold and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Razr Fold | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3057215 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 11047 | |
| Display | 8.1" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2480x2200 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 164 | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX9 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.1×144.5×4.7 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 285 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Razr Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Motorola Razr Fold
- 8.1" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Razr Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Razr Fold and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Motorola Razr Fold by 23.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $800. Xiaomi 17 Pro Max was $800 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (98/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Razr Fold and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (91/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Motorola Razr Fold (89/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Razr Fold and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Razr Fold or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max edges out the Motorola Razr Fold by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Razr Fold and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Motorola Razr Fold has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Razr Fold or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Razr Fold over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Motorola Razr Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.