Samsung Galaxy S23+ vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy S23+ (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, 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 68/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 1,695,011); the Samsung Galaxy S23+ is noticeably lighter (196g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23+
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23+ better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 235g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 1695011
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $986 vs $999
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23+ vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 24 points higher (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23+ — 46/100, 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23+ (100/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S23+ are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23+ (100/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23+ (92/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (66/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23+ | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1695011 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23+
- 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- 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 S23+
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23+ and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy S23+ by 66.1% 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23+ (100/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S23+ are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23+ (100/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23+ (92/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (66/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23+ or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23+ by 24 points (92/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23+ and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy S23+ has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23+ or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23+ or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23+ over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy S23+ 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.