Redmi A3 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Redmi A3 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, 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 21/100 (a 71-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 193,858); the Redmi A3 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A3
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Redmi A3 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 235g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 193858
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 781
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A3 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 71 points higher (92/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 0/100). 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 Redmi A3 (100/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (82/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (60/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A3 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 193858 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | — | |
| Main camera | — | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, MIUI | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.3×76.3×8.3 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Redmi A3
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi A3
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi A3
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi A3 and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Redmi A3 by 96.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi A3
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (100/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (82/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (100/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 (92/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (60/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A3 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 by 71 points (92/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A3 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Redmi A3 has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A3 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A3 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A3 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.