OnePlus Ace 5 Racing vs Xiaomi 17 Max

The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $250 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 66/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 2,545,677); the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is noticeably lighter (200g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing by 22 points (88/100 vs 66/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
Performance 84
Display 79
Camera 32
Battery 68
Portability 57
Value for money 84
Xiaomi 17 Max
Performance 97
Display 81
Camera 90
Battery 90
Portability 40
Value for money 88
What makes OnePlus Ace 5 Racing better?
  • Lighter: 200g vs 219g
  • Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $799

  • Better portability (57/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 2545677
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2233
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 7478
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7100 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (97/100 vs 84/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 32/100)
  • Longer battery life (90/100 vs 68/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 22 points higher (88/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 68/100). Value score: OnePlus Ace 5 Racing — 84/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (90/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (57/100 vs 40/100).

OnePlus Ace 5 Racing: The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 17 Max: 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.
Specs comparison
Specification OnePlus Ace 5 Racing Xiaomi 17 Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9400e Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 2545677 3654776
Geekbench Single 2233 3640
Geekbench Multi 7478 11033
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2392 2608x1200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 80W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15, ColorOS 15 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP64 IP68
Dimensions 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm
Weight 200 g 219 g
Launch price $250 $799
Camera comparison
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
32
camera
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera
Display comparison
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2392
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display
Battery and charging
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
68
battery
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
90
battery
Overall performance score

We compared OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

OnePlus Ace 5 Racing MediaTek Dimensity 9400e
66/100
2545677 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
88/100 +30.3%
3654776 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Max leads OnePlus Ace 5 Racing by 30.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
$250
Xiaomi 17 Max
$799

Launch price difference: $549. OnePlus Ace 5 Racing was $549 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 84/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (90/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (90/100 vs 68/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (57/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing by 22 points (88/100 vs 66/100).

What is the rating of the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.

Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 84/100).

Should you choose the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing over the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is a better fit for gamers and power users, 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.