Vivo V30 SE vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Vivo V30 SE (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 49/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 568,395); the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo V30 SE doesn't; the Vivo V30 SE is noticeably lighter (185g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo V30 SE
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Vivo V30 SE better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 219g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2115
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo V30 SE vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 39 points higher (88/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V30 SE (97/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Vivo V30 SE are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V30 SE (90/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V30 SE (90/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V30 SE significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (70/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo V30 SE | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 568395 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 915 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2115 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 185 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Vivo V30 SE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo V30 SE
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo V30 SE
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo V30 SE and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Vivo V30 SE by 84.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo V30 SE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V30 SE (97/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Vivo V30 SE are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V30 SE (90/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V30 SE (90/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V30 SE significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (70/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo V30 SE or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V30 SE by 39 points (88/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo V30 SE and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Vivo V30 SE has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo V30 SE or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo V30 SE or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Vivo V30 SE over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.