Xiaomi 17T vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Xiaomi 17T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $449 and $986. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 72/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 2,173,332); the Xiaomi 17T is noticeably lighter (185g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17T
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Xiaomi 17T better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $986
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 2173332
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 6405
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17T vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 20 points higher (92/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Xiaomi 17T — 68/100, 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (100/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (100/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (92/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (74/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17T | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2173332 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2756x1268 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $986 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17T
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17T
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17T
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 17T and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 17T by 56.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $537. Xiaomi 17T was $537 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (100/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (100/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (92/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (74/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17T or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17T by 20 points (92/100 vs 72/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17T and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17T has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17T or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17T or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17T over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17T is a better fit for active users. 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.