Realme C30s vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
Comparing the Realme C30s (2022) and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 36/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C30s doesn't; the Realme C30s is noticeably lighter (186g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C30s
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Realme C30s better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 219g
- Better portability (62/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C30s vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 52 points higher (88/100 vs 36/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme C30s (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C30s is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C30s | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI Go | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×75.7×8.5 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Realme C30s
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme C30s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C30s
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme C30s
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (81/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme C30s (89/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C30s is a bit better (62/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C30s or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C30s by 52 points (88/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C30s and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Realme C30s has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C30s or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Realme C30s 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.