Motorola ThinkPhone 25 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Motorola ThinkPhone 25 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, 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 56/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4310); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 879,714); the Motorola ThinkPhone 25 is noticeably lighter (171g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola ThinkPhone 25
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Motorola ThinkPhone 25 better?
- Lighter: 171g vs 219g
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (75/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2918
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4310 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 68W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola ThinkPhone 25 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 32 points higher (88/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 46/100). 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 Motorola ThinkPhone 25 (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola ThinkPhone 25 and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola ThinkPhone 25 (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola ThinkPhone 25 (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola ThinkPhone 25 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (75/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola ThinkPhone 25 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.4" P-OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1220x2670 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4310 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 5 major Android upgrades | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.1×71.2×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 171 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Motorola ThinkPhone 25
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Motorola ThinkPhone 25
- 6.4" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2670
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola ThinkPhone 25
- 4310 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola ThinkPhone 25 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Motorola ThinkPhone 25 by 75.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Motorola ThinkPhone 25
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola ThinkPhone 25 (97/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola ThinkPhone 25 and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola ThinkPhone 25 (90/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola ThinkPhone 25 (90/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola ThinkPhone 25 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (75/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola ThinkPhone 25 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Motorola ThinkPhone 25 by 32 points (88/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola ThinkPhone 25 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Motorola ThinkPhone 25 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola ThinkPhone 25 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola ThinkPhone 25 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Motorola ThinkPhone 25 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.