Samsung Galaxy S25 FE vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2400, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $599 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 2,000,659); the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is noticeably lighter (190g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 FE better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $986
- Better portability (71/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 2000659
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2115
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 6826
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 80/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE 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 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S25 FE — 50/100, 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 S25 FE (100/100 vs 80/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (100/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (92/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (71/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25 FE | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2400 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2000659 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2115 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6826 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 118 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×76.6×7.4 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 FE
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S25 FE and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy S25 FE by 60.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $387. Samsung Galaxy S25 FE was $387 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (100/100 vs 80/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (100/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE (92/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (71/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE by 24 points (92/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 56/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 80/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is a better fit for gamers and power 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.