Vivo V20 SE vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Vivo V20 SE (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, 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 39/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 329,457); the Vivo V20 SE is noticeably lighter (171g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo V20 SE
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Vivo V20 SE better?
- Lighter: 171g vs 219g
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (78/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 329457
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 321
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1128
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 24/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo V20 SE vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 49 points higher (88/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V20 SE (98/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo V20 SE and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V20 SE (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V20 SE (89/100 vs 27/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V20 SE significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (78/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo V20 SE | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 329457 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 321 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1128 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10, Funtouch 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.0×74.1×7.8 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 171 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Vivo V20 SE
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo V20 SE
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo V20 SE
- 4100 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- 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 V20 SE and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Vivo V20 SE by 91.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo V20 SE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V20 SE (98/100 vs 24/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo V20 SE and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V20 SE (87/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V20 SE (89/100 vs 27/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V20 SE significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (78/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo V20 SE or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V20 SE by 49 points (88/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo V20 SE and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Vivo V20 SE has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo V20 SE or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo V20 SE or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Vivo V20 SE over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
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.