vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. 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 6400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 2,401,319); the vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ is noticeably lighter (196g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 196g vs 235g
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 2401319
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2249
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 7352
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ 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 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ (100/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "portability" category, the vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (62/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2401319 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2249 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7352 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6400 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 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 | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, OriginOS 4 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.9×8.0 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+
- 6400 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ by 52.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ (100/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ (100/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ (92/100 vs 65/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (62/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ by 24 points (92/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ 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 Z9 Turbo+ or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The vivo iQOO Z9 Turbo+ 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.