Nokia C31 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Nokia C31 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 35/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5050); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C31 doesn't; the Nokia C31 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C31
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Nokia C31 better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 219g
- Better portability (53/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5050 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia C31 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 53 points higher (88/100 vs 35/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nokia C31 (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia C31 is a bit better (53/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia C31 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5050 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.2×78.0×8.6 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Nokia C31
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nokia C31
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia C31
- 5050 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia C31
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (81/100 vs 37/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nokia C31 (89/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia C31 is a bit better (53/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C31 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 by 53 points (88/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C31 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Nokia C31 has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C31 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C31 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
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.