Samsung Galaxy S20 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy S20 (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $999 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 47/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 907,140); the Samsung Galaxy S20 is noticeably lighter (163g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S20
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy S20 better?
- Lighter: 163g vs 235g
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 907140
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1222
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 3060
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Cheaper at launch: $986 vs $999
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 11/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S20 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 45 points higher (92/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S20 — 4/100, 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 S20 (100/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (100/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (92/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (96/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S20 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 990 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 907140 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1222 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3060 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S20
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S20
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S20
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S20 and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy S20 by 81.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $13. Xiaomi 18 Pro Max was $13 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (100/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (100/100 vs 11/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (92/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (96/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S20 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 by 45 points (92/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S20 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S20 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 11/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S20 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S20 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.