OnePlus Nord 2 CE vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The OnePlus Nord 2 CE (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 900 5G, 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 50/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 671,241).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 2 CE
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes OnePlus Nord 2 CE better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better portability (72/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 671241
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1003
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2423
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 50/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 2 CE vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 38 points higher (88/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 43/100). 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 Nord 2 CE (98/100 vs 50/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 CE (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 CE (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 CE notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (72/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 2 CE | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 900 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 671241 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1003 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2423 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 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 12, OxygenOS 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.2×73.2×7.5 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 2 CE
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 2 CE
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 2 CE
- 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 Nord 2 CE and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads OnePlus Nord 2 CE by 83.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
OnePlus Nord 2 CE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 CE (98/100 vs 50/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 CE (87/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 CE (89/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 CE notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (72/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 2 CE or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 CE by 38 points (88/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 2 CE and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The OnePlus Nord 2 CE has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 2 CE or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 2 CE or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 50/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 2 CE over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
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.