Vivo S19 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Vivo S19 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3, 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 60/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 1,027,925); the Vivo S19 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S19
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Vivo S19 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 235g
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (71/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 1027925
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1131
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 3111
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S19 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 32 points higher (92/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S19 (100/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo S19 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S19 (100/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo S19 (92/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S19 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (71/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S19 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1027925 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1131 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3111 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 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 | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 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 | 163.6×75.7×7.2 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S19
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo S19
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S19
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S19 and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Vivo S19 by 79.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo S19
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S19 (100/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo S19 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S19 (100/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo S19 (92/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S19 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (71/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S19 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo S19 by 32 points (92/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S19 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Vivo S19 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S19 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S19 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S19 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.