Redmi K60 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Redmi K60 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $360 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 65/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 1,425,621); the Redmi K60 is noticeably lighter (212g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K60
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Redmi K60 better?
- Lighter: 212g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $360 vs $986
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 1425621
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 30W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K60 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 27 points higher (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 70/100). Value score: Redmi K60 — 62/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 96/100; 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 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K60 (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K60 is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K60 (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K60 (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K60 is a bit better (46/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K60 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1425621 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 30W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×75.4×8.6 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $360 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K60
- Main: 64MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K60
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K60
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 30W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K60 and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Redmi K60 by 71.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $626. Redmi K60 was $626 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K60 (100/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K60 is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K60 (100/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K60 (92/100 vs 70/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K60 is a bit better (46/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K60 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K60 by 27 points (92/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K60 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Redmi K60 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K60 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K60 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K60 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Redmi K60 is a better fit for active users. 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.