Vivo X100 Ultra vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Vivo X100 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $900 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 80/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 2,294,102).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X100 Ultra
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Vivo X100 Ultra better?
- Lighter: 229g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $900 vs $986
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 2294102
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 30W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 87/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 77/100)
- Better portability (33/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X100 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 12 points higher (92/100 vs 80/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 77/100). Value score: Vivo X100 Ultra — 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 Ultra (100/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X100 Ultra and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo X100 Ultra (92/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Vivo X100 Ultra are nearly equal (33/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X100 Ultra | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2294102 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 30W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×75.6×9.2 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 229 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $900 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X100 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X100 Ultra
- 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 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 30W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X100 Ultra and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Vivo X100 Ultra by 54.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $86. Vivo X100 Ultra was $86 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo X100 Ultra (100/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X100 Ultra and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo X100 Ultra (92/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Vivo X100 Ultra are nearly equal (33/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X100 Ultra or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Vivo X100 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo X100 Ultra and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Vivo X100 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X100 Ultra or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 87/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X100 Ultra or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X100 Ultra over the Xiaomi 18 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 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.