Samsung Galaxy S22 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy S22 (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 $799 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 56/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 1,434,169); the Samsung Galaxy S22 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S22
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy S22 better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $986
- Better portability (83/100 vs 33/100)
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 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S22 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 36 points higher (92/100 vs 56/100). 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 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S22 — 26/100, 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 (100/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 (100/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 (92/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (83/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S22 | 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 | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 146.0×70.6×7.6 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S22
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S22
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S22 and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy S22 by 71.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $187. Samsung Galaxy S22 was $187 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 (100/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 82/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 (100/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 (92/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S22 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (83/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S22 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S22 by 36 points (92/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S22 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S22 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S22 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 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy S22 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.