Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, 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 60/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 3700); the main camera is 12 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 1,399,664); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 235g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 1399664
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 3700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 12MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $986 vs $999
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 32 points higher (92/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 — 30/100, 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 Z Flip4 (100/100 vs 71/100). 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 Z Flip4 (100/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 (92/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (78/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1399664 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1080 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3700 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 112 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.2×71.9×6.9 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2640x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4
- 3700 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 by 72.0% 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 Z Flip4 (100/100 vs 71/100).
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 Z Flip4 (100/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 (92/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (78/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 by 32 points (92/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 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.