Vivo Y28 4G vs Xiaomi 17 Max

The Vivo Y28 4G (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 37/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 348,562); the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y28 4G doesn't; the Vivo Y28 4G is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y28 4G by 51 points (88/100 vs 37/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Vivo Y28 4G

Performance 29
Display 43
Camera 30
Battery 56
Portability 60
Value for money —

Xiaomi 17 Max

Performance 97
Display 81
Camera 90
Battery 90
Portability 40
Value for money 90

What makes Vivo Y28 4G better?

  • Lighter: 199g vs 219g

  • Better portability (60/100 vs 40/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 348562
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 419
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1461
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (97/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (90/100 vs 56/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 43/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo Y28 4G vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 51 points higher (88/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y28 4G (97/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y28 4G (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y28 4G (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y28 4G (90/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y28 4G notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (60/100 vs 40/100).

Xiaomi 17 Max: The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Vivo Y28 4G Xiaomi 17 Max
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 348562 3654776
Geekbench Single 419 3639
Geekbench Multi 1461 11047
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 720x1608 2608x1200
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 44W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 50 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 32 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14, Funtouch 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP64 IP68
Dimensions 165.7×76.0×8.0 mm —
Weight 199 g 219 g
Launch price — $799

Camera comparison

Vivo Y28 4G

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera

Xiaomi 17 Max

  • Main: 200MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera

Display comparison

Vivo Y28 4G

  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1608
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display

Xiaomi 17 Max

  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display

Battery and charging

Vivo Y28 4G

  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
56
battery

Xiaomi 17 Max

  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
90
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Vivo Y28 4G and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Vivo Y28 4G MediaTek Helio G85
37/100
348562 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
88/100 +90.5%
3654776 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Max leads Vivo Y28 4G by 90.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Vivo Y28 4G

Price unknown

Xiaomi 17 Max

$799

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y28 4G (97/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y28 4G (81/100 vs 43/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y28 4G (90/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y28 4G (90/100 vs 56/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y28 4G notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (60/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Vivo Y28 4G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y28 4G by 51 points (88/100 vs 37/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo Y28 4G and the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Vivo Y28 4G has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo Y28 4G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo Y28 4G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Vivo Y28 4G over the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.