Realme C01 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Realme C01 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 34/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 8 MP vs 200 MP; the Realme C01 is noticeably lighter (210g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C01
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Realme C01 better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 235g
- Better portability (45/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1800
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C01 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 58 points higher (92/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C01 (100/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme C01 (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C01 (100/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C01 (92/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C01 is a bit better (45/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C01 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T7250 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 600 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1800 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1520 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×78.2×8.7 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Realme C01
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme C01
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C01
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme C01
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C01 (100/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme C01 (82/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C01 (100/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C01 (92/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C01 is a bit better (45/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C01 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C01 by 58 points (92/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C01 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Realme C01 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C01 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C01 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Realme C01 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
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.