Vivo X100 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Vivo X100 Ultra (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 $900 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 5500); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 2,294,102); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X100 Ultra
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Vivo X100 Ultra better?
- Cheaper at launch: $900 vs $999
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 2294102
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 30W
- Lighter: 219g vs 229g
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 82/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 77/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X100 Ultra 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). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 77/100). Value score: Vivo X100 Ultra — 72/100, 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 X100 Ultra (98/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X100 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 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 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo X100 Ultra (48/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X100 Ultra | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2294102 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 30W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×75.6×9.2 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 229 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $900 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X100 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X100 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X100 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 30W
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 X100 Ultra and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Vivo X100 Ultra by 42.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $99. Vivo X100 Ultra was $99 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo X100 Ultra (98/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X100 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 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 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo X100 Ultra (48/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X100 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max edges out the Vivo X100 Ultra by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X100 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Vivo X100 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X100 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X100 Ultra over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Vivo X100 Ultra 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.