Vivo S18e vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Vivo S18e (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200, 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 53/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 971,424); the Vivo S18e is noticeably lighter (193g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S18e
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Vivo S18e better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 235g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 971424
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1167
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2577
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S18e vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 39 points higher (92/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 57/100). 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 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (100/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Vivo S18e are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (100/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S18e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (66/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S18e | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 971424 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1167 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2577 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 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 | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, OriginOS 4 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×74.9×7.7 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S18e
- 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 S18e
- 6.7" 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 S18e
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S18e and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Vivo S18e by 80.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo S18e
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (100/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Vivo S18e are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (100/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e (92/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S18e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (66/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S18e or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S18e by 39 points (92/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S18e and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Vivo S18e has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S18e or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S18e or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S18e 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.