Vivo V21e vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Vivo V21e (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, 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 49/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 517,460); the Vivo V21e is noticeably lighter (171g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo V21e
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Vivo V21e better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 219g
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo V21e vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 39 points higher (88/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo V21e 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 V21e (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e (89/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V21e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (83/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo V21e | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 517460 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 44 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, Funtouch 11.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 430 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×74.4×7.4 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 171 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Vivo V21e
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo V21e
- 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 V21e
- 4000 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 V21e and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Vivo V21e by 87.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo V21e
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e (98/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo V21e 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 V21e (87/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e (89/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V21e significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (83/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo V21e or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V21e by 39 points (88/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo V21e and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Vivo V21e has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo V21e or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo V21e or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Vivo V21e 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.