Vivo X Flip vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Vivo X Flip (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, 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 58/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 1,420,808); the Vivo X Flip is noticeably lighter (198g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X Flip
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Vivo X Flip better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 235g
- Better portability (62/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 1420808
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X Flip vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 34 points higher (92/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo X Flip (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Vivo X Flip are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo X Flip (100/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo X Flip (92/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Flip notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (62/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X Flip | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1420808 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2520 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, Origin OS 3 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.4×75.3×7.8 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X Flip
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X Flip
- 6.7" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X Flip
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X Flip and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Vivo X Flip by 71.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo X Flip
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo X Flip (100/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Vivo X Flip are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo X Flip (100/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo X Flip (92/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Flip notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (62/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X Flip or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo X Flip by 34 points (92/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X Flip and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Vivo X Flip has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X Flip or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X Flip or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X Flip over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Vivo X Flip is a better fit for active users. 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.