Redmi A3 Pro vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Redmi A3 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, 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 36/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 358,608).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A3 Pro
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Redmi A3 Pro better?
- Better portability (54/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A3 Pro vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 56 points higher (92/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 Pro (100/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 Pro (82/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 Pro (100/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 Pro (92/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (54/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A3 Pro | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, HyperOS | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 171.9×77.8×8.2 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Redmi A3 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: —
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi A3 Pro
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi A3 Pro
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi A3 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Redmi A3 Pro by 92.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi A3 Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 Pro (100/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 Pro (82/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 Pro (100/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 Pro (92/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (54/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A3 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 Pro by 56 points (92/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A3 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Redmi A3 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A3 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A3 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A3 Pro 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.