Vivo G2 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Vivo G2 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6020, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 35/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 530,583); the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo G2 doesn't; the Vivo G2 is noticeably lighter (186g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo G2
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Vivo G2 better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 219g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 530583
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 724
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2032
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo G2 vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 53 points higher (88/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo G2 (97/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo G2 (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo G2 (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo G2 (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo G2 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (66/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo G2 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6020 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 530583 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 724 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2032 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, OriginOS 3 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 840 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.4×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 186 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Vivo G2
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo G2
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo G2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo G2 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Vivo G2 by 85.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo G2
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo G2 (97/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo G2 (81/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo G2 (90/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo G2 (90/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo G2 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (66/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo G2 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo G2 by 53 points (88/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo G2 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Vivo G2 has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo G2 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo G2 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Vivo G2 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.