Xiaomi 17 Pro Max vs Xiaomi Civi 1S

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) 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 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 35/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi Civi 1S is noticeably lighter (166g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S by 49 points (84/100 vs 35/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 87
Battery 82
Design 26
Value for money 41
Xiaomi Civi 1S
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 46
Battery 32
Design 92
Value for money 55
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 55W
  • Higher refresh rate: 2160Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 46/100)
  • Longer battery life (82/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Xiaomi Civi 1S better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 166g vs 219g

  • Better design/ergonomics (92/100 vs 26/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi Civi 1S, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 49 points higher (84/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (82/100 vs 32/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (92/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max: The Xiaomi 17 Pro 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 Pro Max Xiaomi Civi 1S
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G
AnTuTu 3998145
Geekbench Single 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033
Display 6.9" LTPO AMOLED 6.5" OLED
Resolution 1200x2608 1080x2400
Refresh rate 2160 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 7500 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 100W 55W
Wireless charging 50W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 159
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 50 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 512GB / 1TB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16, HyperOS 3 Android 12, MIUI 13
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 950 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP53
Dimensions 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm 158.3×71.5×7.0 mm
Weight 219 g 166 g
Price $999
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera
Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
46
camera
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
  • 7500 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
82
battery
Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 55W
  • No wireless charging
32
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
$999
Xiaomi Civi 1S
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (92/100 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 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (87/100 vs 46/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (82/100 vs 32/100).

design

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

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

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

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

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

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

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

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 46/100).

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

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).

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

The Xiaomi 17 Pro 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.