Xiaomi 17 Max vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $799 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 88/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 8000); the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 3,654,776); the Xiaomi 17 Max is noticeably lighter (219g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17 Max
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Lighter: 219g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $986
- Better portability (40/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 3654776
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 3639
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 11047
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 8000 mAh
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 97/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 90/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 90/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Max vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 4 points higher (92/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 90/100). Value score: Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100, 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 and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 90/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (40/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 Max | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 3654776 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| 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 | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 17 Max and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 17 Max by 26.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $187. Xiaomi 17 Max was $187 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (100/100 vs 97/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 90/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (40/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max edges out the Xiaomi 17 Max by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Max over the Xiaomi 18 Pro 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. 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.