Vivo X Fold6 vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1900 and $799. Both devices score the same overall rating of 88/100. Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6900); the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 3,455,738).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X Fold6
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Better portability (100/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 3455738
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $1900
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 95/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 87/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
The Vivo X Fold6 and the Xiaomi 17 Max received the same MobileRank rating — 88/100. Value score: Vivo X Fold6 — 84/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; 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 Max and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 95/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (90/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (100/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X Fold6 | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3455738 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 11047 | |
| Display | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2480x2200 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6900 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | — | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1900 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X Fold6 and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Vivo X Fold6 by 5.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1101. Xiaomi 17 Max was $1101 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 95/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (90/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (100/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
Both devices scored 88/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Xiaomi 17 Max (97/100 vs 95/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X Fold6 and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Vivo X Fold6 has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Should you choose the Vivo X Fold6 over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Vivo X Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. 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.