OPPO Find X9 Ultra vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The OPPO Find X9 Ultra (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $1299 and $986. Both devices score the same overall rating of 92/100. Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7050); the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 4,231,988).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO Find X9 Ultra
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes OPPO Find X9 Ultra better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (98/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 4231988
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 3639
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 11047
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7050 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $986 vs $1299
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 99/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 96/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 87/100)
- Better portability (33/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict
The OPPO Find X9 Ultra and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max received the same MobileRank rating — 92/100. Value score: OPPO Find X9 Ultra — 94/100, 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 and the OPPO Find X9 Ultra are nearly equal (100/100 vs 99/100). In the "display" category, the OPPO Find X9 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (98/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the OPPO Find X9 Ultra are nearly equal (100/100 vs 96/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 87/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (33/100 vs 24/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO Find X9 Ultra | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 4231988 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3120 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7050 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 170 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 8.7×None×None mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 235 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $986 |
Camera comparison
OPPO Find X9 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OPPO Find X9 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3120
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO Find X9 Ultra
- 7050 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:45 hrs, total 37:00 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO Find X9 Ultra and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads OPPO Find X9 Ultra by 15.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $313. Xiaomi 18 Pro Max was $313 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the OPPO Find X9 Ultra are nearly equal (100/100 vs 99/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OPPO Find X9 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (98/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the OPPO Find X9 Ultra are nearly equal (100/100 vs 96/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 87/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (33/100 vs 24/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO Find X9 Ultra or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
Both devices scored 92/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (100/100 vs 99/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO Find X9 Ultra and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The OPPO Find X9 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 92/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Should you choose the OPPO Find X9 Ultra over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The OPPO Find X9 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, 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.