Redmi A1+ vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Redmi A1+ (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $80 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 24/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 155,362); the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A1+ doesn't; the Redmi A1+ is noticeably lighter (192g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A1+
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Redmi A1+ better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $80 vs $799
- Better portability (52/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 486
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A1+ vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 64 points higher (88/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Redmi A1+ — 44/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; 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 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (97/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Redmi A1+ (90/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A1+ is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A1+ | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio A22 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 155362 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 486 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 (Go edition), MIUI 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.9×76.8×9.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 192 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $80 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi A1+
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi A1+
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi A1+
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi A1+ and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Redmi A1+ by 95.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $719. Redmi A1+ was $719 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (97/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (81/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ (90/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Redmi A1+ (90/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A1+ is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A1+ or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A1+ by 64 points (88/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A1+ and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Redmi A1+ has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A1+ or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A1+ or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A1+ over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.