OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $350 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 71/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 2,948,304); the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is noticeably lighter (206g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 206g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $986
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 2948304
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2729
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 8430
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6700 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 21 points higher (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 70/100). Value score: OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra — 76/100, 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 is a bit better (100/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (100/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (54/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2948304 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2800 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $986 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra by 41.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $636. OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra was $636 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (100/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (92/100 vs 70/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (54/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra by 21 points (92/100 vs 71/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, 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.