Vivo S20 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Vivo S20 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, 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 — 88/100 vs 78/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5500); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 2,348,248); the Vivo S20 Pro is noticeably lighter (194g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S20 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Vivo S20 Pro better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 219g
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 2348248
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2249
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7352
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 81/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S20 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 10 points higher (88/100 vs 78/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 83/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo S20 Pro (98/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo S20 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (87/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo S20 Pro (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S20 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (67/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S20 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2348248 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2249 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7352 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, OriginOS 5 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.6×75.0×7.5 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S20 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo S20 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S20 Pro
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S20 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Vivo S20 Pro by 41.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo S20 Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo S20 Pro (98/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo S20 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (87/100 vs 81/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo S20 Pro (89/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S20 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (67/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S20 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Vivo S20 Pro — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo S20 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Vivo S20 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 78/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S20 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 81/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S20 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S20 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Vivo S20 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.