OnePlus 15T vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The OnePlus 15T (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $799 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 86/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 3,927,976); the OnePlus 15T is noticeably lighter (206g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15T
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes OnePlus 15T better?
- Lighter: 206g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $986
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 3927976
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 3639
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 11047
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6400 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 98/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 78/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15T vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 6 points higher (92/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 78/100). Value score: OnePlus 15T — 86/100, 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 and the OnePlus 15T are nearly equal (100/100 vs 98/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15T is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus 15T (100/100 vs 78/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 84/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15T notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (51/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15T | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 3927976 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6400 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 150.6×71.8×8.4 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $986 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15T
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15T
- 6400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15T and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads OnePlus 15T by 21.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $187. OnePlus 15T was $187 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the OnePlus 15T are nearly equal (100/100 vs 98/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15T is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus 15T (100/100 vs 78/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 84/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15T notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (51/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15T or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max edges out the OnePlus 15T by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15T and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 15T has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15T or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 78/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15T over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. 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.