Realme Narzo N61 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Realme Narzo N61 (2024) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T612, 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 28/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 32 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Narzo N61 doesn't; the Realme Narzo N61 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Narzo N61
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Realme Narzo N61 better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 235g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 360
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1250
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 32MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 16/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Narzo N61 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 64 points higher (92/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 (100/100 vs 16/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 (82/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 (100/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo N61 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (68/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Narzo N61 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc Tiger T612 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 360 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1250 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 32 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 560 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 167.3×76.7×7.8 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Realme Narzo N61
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme Narzo N61
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Narzo N61
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme Narzo N61
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 (100/100 vs 16/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 (82/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 (100/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 (92/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo N61 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (68/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Narzo N61 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo N61 by 64 points (92/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Narzo N61 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Realme Narzo N61 has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Narzo N61 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Narzo N61 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 16/100).
Should you choose the Realme Narzo N61 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.