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).
Redmi Note 11S
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Lighter: 179g vs 219g
- Cheaper: $250 vs $799
- Better portability (70/100 vs 40/100)
- 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)
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).
| 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 |
Redmi Note 11S
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 11S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 11S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Redmi Note 11S and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Redmi Note 11S by 86.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $549. Redmi Note 11S is cheaper by $549.
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).
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.