Xiaomi 14 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Xiaomi 14 (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 $599 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 75/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4610); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 2,363,726); the Xiaomi 14 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 14
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Xiaomi 14 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $986
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 2363726
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2200
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 7000
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4610 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 14 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 17 points higher (92/100 vs 75/100). 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 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 65/100). Value score: Xiaomi 14 — 64/100, 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 Xiaomi 14 (100/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14 (100/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14 (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (61/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 14 | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2363726 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2200 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7000 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2670x1200 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4610 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 138 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 / HyperOS | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 152.8×71.5×8.2 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 14
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 14
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 14
- 4610 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 14 and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 14 by 52.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $387. Xiaomi 14 was $387 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14 (100/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14 (100/100 vs 71/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14 (92/100 vs 65/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (61/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 14 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 14 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 14 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 14 has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 14 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 71/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 14 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 14 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 14 is a better fit for gamers and power users. 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.