Vivo S18e vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Vivo S18e (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 31/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4800); the Vivo S18e is noticeably lighter (193g vs 219g).
Vivo S18e
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Lighter: 193g vs 219g
- Better design/ergonomics (58/100 vs 26/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher refresh rate: 2160Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 27/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Vivo S18e vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 53 points higher (84/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S18e leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (87/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (82/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo S18e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (58/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S18e is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Vivo S18e | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 2160 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, OriginOS 4 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×74.9×7.7 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 219 g | |
| Price | — | $999 |
Vivo S18e
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo S18e
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
Vivo S18e
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo S18e
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (87/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (82/100 vs 46/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo S18e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (58/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S18e is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Vivo S18e or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e by 53 points (84/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S18e and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Vivo S18e has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S18e or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S18e or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S18e over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Vivo S18e is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.