Xiaomi 17 Max vs Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold
The Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 58/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 200 MP vs 108 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 1,135,878); the Xiaomi 17 Max is noticeably lighter (219g vs 317g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17 Max
Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5020 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 219g vs 317g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 67/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold better?
- Overall rating 58/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Max vs the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 30 points higher (88/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold (97/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold (90/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold (90/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 40/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 Max | Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3654776 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 8.0" Foldable AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1860x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5020 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 10, MIUI 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Weight | 219 g | 317 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold
- 8.0" Foldable AMOLED
- Resolution: 1860x2480
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold
- 5020 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 17 Max and Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold by 221.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold (97/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold (90/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold (90/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 40/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold by 30 points (88/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold?
The Xiaomi 17 Max has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Max over the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold?
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 Mi Mix Fold is a better fit for active users.