Nokia C32 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Nokia C32 (2023) 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 37/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C32 doesn't; the Nokia C32 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C32
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Nokia C32 better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 219g
- Better portability (53/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia C32 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 51 points higher (88/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia C32 is a bit better (53/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia C32 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.9×8.6 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Nokia C32
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nokia C32
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia C32
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
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 C32
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 (81/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 (89/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia C32 is a bit better (53/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C32 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C32 by 51 points (88/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia C32 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Nokia C32 has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia C32 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Nokia C32 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.