Redmi Note 17 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 6 Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 60/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9210 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 1,007,140); the Xiaomi 18 Fold is thinner (5.0mm vs 8.6mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Redmi Note 17 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9210 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 75/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 1007140
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 1099
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 3481
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 219g vs 230g
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 40/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 26 points higher (86/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (99/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (85/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (64/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 17 Pro Max | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1007140 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1099 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3481 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9210 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×78.3×8.6 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 230 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
- 9210 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 17 Pro Max and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Redmi Note 17 Pro Max by 80.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (99/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (85/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is a bit better (80/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (64/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max by 26 points (86/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 18 Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.