Redmi Note 11S vs Xiaomi 17 Max

The Redmi Note 11S (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $250 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 48/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 493,222); the Redmi Note 11S is noticeably lighter (179g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11S by 40 points (88/100 vs 48/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 11S
Performance 41
Display 69
Camera 44
Battery 46
Portability 70
Value for money
Xiaomi 17 Max
Performance 97
Display 81
Camera 90
Battery 90
Portability 40
Value for money
What makes Redmi Note 11S better?
  • Lighter: 179g vs 219g
  • Cheaper: $250 vs $799

  • Better portability (70/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 493222
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 678
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1895
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (97/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 44/100)
  • Longer battery life (90/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 11S vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 40 points higher (88/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11S (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11S (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11S (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 11S significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (70/100 vs 40/100).

Redmi Note 11S: The Redmi Note 11S is a better fit for everyday use.
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.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 11S Xiaomi 17 Max
Processor MediaTek Helio G96 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 493222 3654776
Geekbench Single 678 3640
Geekbench Multi 1895 11033
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 2608x1200
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 33W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 108 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 11 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm
Weight 179 g 219 g
Price $250 $799
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 11S
  • Main: 108MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
44
camera
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 11S
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
69
display
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 11S
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
90
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Note 11S and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Note 11S MediaTek Helio G96
48/100
493222 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
88/100 +86.5%
3654776 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Max leads Redmi Note 11S by 86.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 11S
$250
Xiaomi 17 Max
$799

Price difference: $549. Redmi Note 11S is cheaper by $549.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11S (97/100 vs 41/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11S (90/100 vs 44/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11S (90/100 vs 46/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 11S significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (70/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 11S or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11S by 40 points (88/100 vs 48/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 11S and the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Redmi Note 11S has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 11S or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 44/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 11S or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 41/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 11S over the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Redmi Note 11S is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.