Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2200, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $1199 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 67/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 1,434,169).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra better?
- Lighter: 228g vs 235g
- Better display (88/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 1434169
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1588
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 3958
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $986 vs $1199
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 69/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 25 points higher (92/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra — 44/100, 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 S22 Ultra (100/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (100/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (92/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 33/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2200 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1434169 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1588 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3958 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3088x1440 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 135 | — | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 40 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.9×8.9 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 228 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 40MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3088x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra by 71.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $213. Xiaomi 18 Pro Max was $213 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (100/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (100/100 vs 69/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra (92/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 33/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra by 25 points (92/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 69/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra is a better fit for active users. 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.