OnePlus 15T vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The OnePlus 15T (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 86/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the OnePlus 15T is faster in AnTuTu (3,927,976 vs 3,654,776).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15T
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes OnePlus 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3927976 vs 3654776
- Lighter: 206g vs 219g
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 97/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6400 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (90/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15T vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 2 points higher (88/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 78/100). Value score: OnePlus 15T — 86/100, 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 OnePlus 15T and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (98/100 vs 97/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15T is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15T is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15T | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3927976 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6400 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.6×71.8×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 206 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $799 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15T
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15T
- 6400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15T and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15T leads Xiaomi 17 Max by 7.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15T and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (98/100 vs 97/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15T is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15T is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15T or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max edges out the OnePlus 15T by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15T and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The OnePlus 15T has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15T or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15T over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The OnePlus 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. 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.