Samsung Galaxy F23 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy F23 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G 5G, 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 43/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 566,483); the Samsung Galaxy F23 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy F23
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy F23 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 235g
- Better portability (55/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 566483
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 601
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1882
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy F23 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 49 points higher (92/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F23 (100/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F23 (82/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F23 (100/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F23 (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy F23 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (55/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy F23 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 750G 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 566483 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 601 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1882 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.6" TFT LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI 4.1 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.5×77.0×8.4 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy F23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy F23
- 6.6" TFT LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy F23
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy F23 and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy F23 by 88.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy F23
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F23 (100/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F23 (82/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F23 (100/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F23 (92/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy F23 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (55/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy F23 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F23 by 49 points (92/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy F23 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy F23 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy F23 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy F23 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy F23 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.