Redmi Note 14 SE 5G vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Redmi Note 14 SE 5G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025 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 51/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5110); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 668,462); the Redmi Note 14 SE 5G is noticeably lighter (190g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 14 SE 5G
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Redmi Note 14 SE 5G better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 235g
- Better portability (65/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 668462
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 969
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2321
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5110 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 49/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 14 SE 5G vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 41 points higher (92/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 SE 5G (100/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 14 SE 5G are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 SE 5G (100/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 SE 5G (92/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 14 SE 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (65/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 14 SE 5G | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 668462 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 969 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2321 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5110 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2100 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×75.7×8.0 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 14 SE 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 14 SE 5G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 14 SE 5G
- 5110 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 14 SE 5G and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 14 SE 5G by 86.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 14 SE 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 SE 5G (100/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 14 SE 5G are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 SE 5G (100/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 SE 5G (92/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 14 SE 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (65/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 14 SE 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 SE 5G by 41 points (92/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 14 SE 5G and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Redmi Note 14 SE 5G has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 14 SE 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 14 SE 5G or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 14 SE 5G 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.