OnePlus 12R vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The OnePlus 12R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $499 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 63/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 1,844,595); the OnePlus 12R is noticeably lighter (207g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 12R
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes OnePlus 12R better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $986
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 1844595
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 12R vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 29 points higher (92/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 62/100). Value score: OnePlus 12R — 48/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 96/100; 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 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (100/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 12R and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 12R (100/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 12R (92/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 12R is a bit better (46/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 12R | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1844595 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×75.3×8.8 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $986 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 12R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 12R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 12R
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 12R and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads OnePlus 12R by 63.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $487. OnePlus 12R was $487 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (100/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 12R and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 12R (100/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 12R (92/100 vs 62/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 12R is a bit better (46/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 12R or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 12R by 29 points (92/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 12R and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 12R has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 12R or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 12R or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 12R over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 12R is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.