Xiaomi 18 Pro Max vs ZTE Blade V50
Comparing the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) and the ZTE Blade V50 (2023) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 49/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the ZTE Blade V50 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
ZTE Blade V50
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (100/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 79/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50 better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 235g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max vs the ZTE Blade V50, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 43 points higher (92/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the ZTE Blade V50 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (100/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (92/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (72/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | ZTE Blade V50 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 5001234 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 4327 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12873 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1208x2624 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | 161.9×72.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 235 g | 178 g | |
| Launch price | $986 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Blade V50
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Blade V50
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Blade V50
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade V50
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display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the ZTE Blade V50 are nearly equal (82/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (100/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (92/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (72/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max or the ZTE Blade V50?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 by 43 points (92/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max and the ZTE Blade V50?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 92/100, the ZTE Blade V50 — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max or the ZTE Blade V50?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max over the ZTE Blade V50?
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.