OnePlus 8 Pro vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The OnePlus 8 Pro (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $899 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 58/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4510); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 964,589); the OnePlus 8 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 8 Pro
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes OnePlus 8 Pro better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $986
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 964589
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1169
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 3191
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4510 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 30W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 8 Pro vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 34 points higher (92/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 46/100). Value score: OnePlus 8 Pro — 28/100, 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 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 Pro (100/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 8 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 Pro (100/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 Pro (92/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (54/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 8 Pro | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 964589 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1169 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3191 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4510 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 30W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 113 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.3×74.4×8.5 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $986 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 8 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 8 Pro
- 6.8" 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 8 Pro
- 4510 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 30W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 8 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads OnePlus 8 Pro by 80.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $87. OnePlus 8 Pro was $87 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 Pro (100/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 8 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 Pro (100/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 Pro (92/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (54/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 8 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 Pro by 34 points (92/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 8 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 8 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 8 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 8 Pro over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
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.