Vivo X300 Pro vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $899 and $986. Both devices score the same overall rating of 88/100. Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6510).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X300 Pro
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Lighter: 226g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $986
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (43/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6510 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Better camera (100/100 vs 96/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
The Vivo X300 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max received the same MobileRank rating — 88/100. In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 81/100). Value score: Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 88/100; 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 "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (100/100 vs 96/100). 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 Pro is a bit better (43/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X300 Pro | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 3326259 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6510 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 171 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 226 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $87. Vivo X300 Pro was $87 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 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 and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (100/100 vs 96/100).
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 Pro is a bit better (43/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X300 Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
Both devices scored 88/100. The clearest difference is battery life: better on the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (92/100 vs 81/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X300 Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Vivo X300 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 88/100.
Should you choose the Vivo X300 Pro over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.