Vivo S15e vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Vivo S15e (2022) runs on the Exynos 1080, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 25/100 (a 59-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo S15e is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).
Vivo S15e
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Lighter: 190g vs 219g
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 26/100)
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Vivo S15e vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 59 points higher (84/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (83/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S15e (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S15e (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S15e (90/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S15e (83/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo S15e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (62/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Vivo S15e | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1080 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2404 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11, Origin OS Ocean | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×73.6×10.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | 219 g | |
| Price | — | $799 |
Vivo S15e
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo S15e
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2404
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo S15e
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo S15e
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S15e (88/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S15e (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S15e (90/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S15e (83/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo S15e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (62/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Vivo S15e or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S15e by 59 points (84/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S15e and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Vivo S15e has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S15e or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S15e or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S15e over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Vivo S15e is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.