Samsung Galaxy S10 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy S10 (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9820, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $899 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 42/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 3400); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 744,321); the Samsung Galaxy S10 is noticeably lighter (157g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S10
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy S10 better?
- Lighter: 157g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $986
- Better portability (85/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 744321
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 3400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 9W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 22/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S10 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 50 points higher (92/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S10 — 0/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 96/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (100/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (82/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (100/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (92/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (85/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S10 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9820 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 744321 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2710 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.1" Dynamic AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3040x1440 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3400 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 9W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.6×74.1×7.8 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 157 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S10
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S10
- 6.1" Dynamic AMOLED
- Resolution: 3040x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S10
- 3400 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 9W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S10 and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy S10 by 85.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $87. Samsung Galaxy S10 was $87 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (100/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (82/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (100/100 vs 22/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (92/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (85/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 by 50 points (92/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S10 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy S10 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 22/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S10 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.