Nubia Fold vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Nubia Fold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1090 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 73/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6560); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 3,126,402); the Xiaomi 17 Max is noticeably lighter (219g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Fold
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Nubia Fold better?
- Better portability (52/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 3126402
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6560 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 55W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 219g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1090
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 54/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Fold vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 15 points higher (88/100 vs 73/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Nubia Fold — 56/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; 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 Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Fold (90/100 vs 54/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Fold (90/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Nubia Fold is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Fold | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 11047 | |
| Display | 8.0" OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2200x2480 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6560 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 55W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.0×144.0×5.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 249 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1090 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Fold
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Nubia Fold
- 8.0" OLED
- Resolution: 2200x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Fold
- 6560 mAh
- Wired: 55W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Fold and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Nubia Fold by 14.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $291. Xiaomi 17 Max was $291 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Fold (90/100 vs 54/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Nubia Fold (90/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nubia Fold is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Fold or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is noticeably better than the Nubia Fold — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Nubia Fold and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Nubia Fold has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nubia Fold or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 54/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Fold or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Fold over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Nubia Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users. 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.