Vivo X300s vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Vivo X300s (2026) 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 $723 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 88/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7100); the Vivo X300s is noticeably lighter (217g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X300s
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 217g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $723 vs $986
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (42/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Better camera (100/100 vs 94/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X300s vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Vivo X300s scores 1 points higher (89/100 vs 88/100). Value score: Vivo X300s — 92/100, 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 X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 94/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 83/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (42/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X300s | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 3703823 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 217 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $723 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- 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: $263. Vivo X300s was $263 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 94/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 83/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (42/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X300s or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Vivo X300s edges out the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X300s and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Vivo X300s has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X300s or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 94/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X300s over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Vivo X300s 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.