Xiaomi 17 Max vs Xiaomi Civi 1S

The Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi Civi 1S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 35/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi Civi 1S is noticeably lighter (166g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S by 49 points (84/100 vs 35/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17 Max
Performance 88
Display 100
Camera 90
Battery 83
Design 26
Value for money 55
Xiaomi Civi 1S
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 46
Battery 32
Design 92
Value for money 55
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 55W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP

  • Higher performance (88/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 46/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Xiaomi Civi 1S better?
  • Lighter: 166g vs 219g

  • Better design/ergonomics (92/100 vs 26/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Max vs the Xiaomi Civi 1S, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 49 points higher (84/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (83/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (83/100 vs 32/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (92/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

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.
Xiaomi Civi 1S: The Xiaomi Civi 1S is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Xiaomi 17 Max Xiaomi Civi 1S
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G
AnTuTu 3654776
Geekbench Single 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033
Display 6.9" LTPO AMOLED 6.5" OLED
Resolution 2608x1200 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 100W 55W
Wireless charging 50W 0W
Main camera 200 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 12, MIUI 13
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 950 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP53
Dimensions 158.3×71.5×7.0 mm
Weight 219 g 166 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera
Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
46
camera
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery
Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 55W
  • No wireless charging
32
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Xiaomi 17 Max
$799
Xiaomi Civi 1S
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (88/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (90/100 vs 46/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (83/100 vs 32/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (92/100 vs 26/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S by 49 points (84/100 vs 35/100).

What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Xiaomi 17 Max has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Xiaomi Civi 1S — 35/100.

Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 46/100).

Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Max over the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi Civi 1S is a better fit for everyday use.