Vivo X Fold6 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1900 and $999. Both devices score the same overall rating of 88/100. Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6900); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 3,455,738); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.0mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X Fold6
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better portability (100/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 3455738
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1900
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 95/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
The Vivo X Fold6 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max received the same MobileRank rating — 88/100. Value score: Vivo X Fold6 — 84/100, 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 and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 95/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 87/100. In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (100/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X Fold6 | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3455738 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 11047 | |
| Display | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2480x2200 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6900 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $1900 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- 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 Fold6 and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Vivo X Fold6 by 13.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $901. Xiaomi 17 Pro Max was $901 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Vivo X Fold6 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 95/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 87/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (100/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X Fold6 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
Both devices scored 88/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (98/100 vs 95/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X Fold6 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Vivo X Fold6 has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Should you choose the Vivo X Fold6 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro 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 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.