OnePlus 9R vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The OnePlus 9R (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 54/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 1,032,318); the OnePlus 9R is noticeably lighter (189g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 9R
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes OnePlus 9R better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 219g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 1032318
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1298
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3520
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 9R vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 34 points higher (88/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9R (98/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the OnePlus 9R are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9R (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9R (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 9R is a bit better (61/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 9R | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1032318 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1298 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3520 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" Fluid AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.0×74.1×8.4 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 9R
- Main: 48MP
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 9R
- 6.5" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 9R
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 9R and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads OnePlus 9R by 74.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
OnePlus 9R
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9R (98/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the OnePlus 9R are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9R (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9R (89/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 9R is a bit better (61/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 9R or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9R by 34 points (88/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 9R and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 9R has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 9R or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 9R or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 9R over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 9R is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.