Vivo X100 Pro vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Vivo X100 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $700 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 79/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 2,450,986).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X100 Pro
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Vivo X100 Pro better?
- Lighter: 221g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $700 vs $986
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (37/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 2450986
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2186
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 7422
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5400 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 80/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X100 Pro vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 13 points higher (92/100 vs 79/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 80/100). Value score: Vivo X100 Pro — 72/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 96/100; 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 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo X100 Pro (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X100 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo X100 Pro (100/100 vs 80/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X100 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X100 Pro | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2450986 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2186 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7422 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5400 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 150 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×75.3×8.9 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 221 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $700 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X100 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X100 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X100 Pro
- 5400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X100 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Vivo X100 Pro by 51.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $286. Vivo X100 Pro was $286 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo X100 Pro (100/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X100 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo X100 Pro (100/100 vs 80/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X100 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X100 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Vivo X100 Pro — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo X100 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Vivo X100 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X100 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 80/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X100 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X100 Pro over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Vivo X100 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. 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.