Vivo S16e vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Vivo S16e (2022) runs on the Exynos 1080, 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 49/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo S16e is noticeably lighter (187g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S16e
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Vivo S16e better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 235g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (100/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S16e vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 43 points higher (92/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Vivo S16e are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e (100/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e (92/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (70/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S16e | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1080 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Origin OS Ocean | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.5×75.8×7.7 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S16e
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo S16e
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S16e
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo S16e
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Vivo S16e are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e (100/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e (92/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (70/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S16e or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e by 43 points (92/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S16e and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Vivo S16e has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S16e or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S16e over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
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.