Xiaomi 17 Max vs Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
The Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $799 and $830. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 74/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5165); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 3,126,402); the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17 Max
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 3126402
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5165 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $830
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 57/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 219g
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Max vs the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 14 points higher (88/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100, Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 — 62/100; 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 17 Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (90/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (90/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (64/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 Max | Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3654776 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1224x2912 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5165 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 166.9×73.8×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $830 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- 6.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2912
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- 5165 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 17 Max and Xiaomi Mix Flip 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 by 16.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $31. Xiaomi 17 Max was $31 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (90/100 vs 57/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (90/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (64/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is noticeably better than the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi 17 Max has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 57/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Max over the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
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 Mix Flip 2 is a better fit for gamers and power users.