Vivo iQOO Neo 11 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $400 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 76/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 3,126,402); the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 is noticeably lighter (210g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 210g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $986
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 3126402
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 16 points higher (92/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Vivo iQOO Neo 11 — 80/100, 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 is a bit better (100/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 (100/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100. In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (49/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3168 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $400 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo iQOO Neo 11 and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Vivo iQOO Neo 11 by 37.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $586. Vivo iQOO Neo 11 was $586 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 (100/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 92/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (49/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. 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.