Vivo X300 FE vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Vivo X300 FE (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $699 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 6500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 2,869,139); the Vivo X300 FE is noticeably lighter (190g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X300 FE
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Vivo X300 FE better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $986
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (65/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 2869139
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 9119
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X300 FE 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 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 81/100). Value score: Vivo X300 FE — 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 is a bit better (100/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 FE and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 FE (100/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 81/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 FE significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (65/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X300 FE | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2869139 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X300 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X300 FE
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X300 FE
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X300 FE and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Vivo X300 FE by 42.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $287. Vivo X300 FE was $287 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 FE and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 FE (100/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 81/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 FE significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (65/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X300 FE or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Vivo X300 FE — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo X300 FE and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Vivo X300 FE has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X300 FE or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X300 FE or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X300 FE over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Vivo X300 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users, 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.