Vivo X Fold3 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Vivo X Fold3 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1499 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 80/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5700); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 2,251,381); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (219g vs 236g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X Fold3 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Vivo X Fold3 Pro better?
- Better portability (54/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 2251381
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5700 mAh
- Lighter: 219g vs 236g
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1499
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 84/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X Fold3 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 8 points higher (88/100 vs 80/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 82/100). Value score: Vivo X Fold3 Pro — 70/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 86/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold3 Pro (98/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Vivo X Fold3 Pro are nearly equal (87/100 vs 84/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X Fold3 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2251381 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 11047 | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2200x2480 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5700 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, upgradable to Android 15, Funtouch 15 (International), OriginOS 4 (China) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.0×142.4×5.2 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 236 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1499 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X Fold3 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X Fold3 Pro
- 8.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2200x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X Fold3 Pro
- 5700 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
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 X Fold3 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Vivo X Fold3 Pro by 43.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Xiaomi 17 Pro Max was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold3 Pro (98/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Vivo X Fold3 Pro are nearly equal (87/100 vs 84/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold3 Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X Fold3 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max edges out the Vivo X Fold3 Pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X Fold3 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Vivo X Fold3 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X Fold3 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X Fold3 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Vivo X Fold3 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. 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.