Xiaomi 14T Pro vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Xiaomi 14T Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $649 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 78/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 2,283,895); the Xiaomi 14T Pro is noticeably lighter (209g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 14T Pro
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Xiaomi 14T Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 209g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $649 vs $986
- Better display (93/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 2283895
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2249
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 7352
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 69/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 14T Pro vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 14 points higher (92/100 vs 78/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 79/100). Value score: Xiaomi 14T Pro — 70/100, 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 14T Pro (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14T Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 14T Pro (100/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 79/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (49/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 14T Pro | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2283895 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2249 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7352 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 135 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 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 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.4×75.1×8.4 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $649 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 14T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 14T Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 14T Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 14T Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 14T Pro by 54.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $337. Xiaomi 14T Pro was $337 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14T Pro (100/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14T Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 14T Pro (100/100 vs 69/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 79/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (49/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 14T Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 14T Pro — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 14T Pro and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 14T Pro has a MobileRank rating of 78/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 14T Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 69/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 14T Pro or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 14T Pro over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 14T Pro 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.