Xiaomi 18 Pro Max vs Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6, while the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $986 and $830. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 74/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5165); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 3,126,402); the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 3126402
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5165 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 57/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 235g
- Cheaper at launch: $830 vs $986
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 18 points higher (92/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 96/100, 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 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 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 Mix Flip 2 (100/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (92/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (64/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 5001234 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4327 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12873 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1208x2624 | 1224x2912 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5165 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | 166.9×73.8×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 235 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $986 | $830 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- 6.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2912
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- 5165 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and Xiaomi Mix Flip 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 by 60.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $156. Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 was $156 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 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 Mix Flip 2 (100/100 vs 57/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (92/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (64/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 92/100, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 57/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max over the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
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. The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a better fit for gamers and power users.