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Civi 2 vs iPhone 17 Pro Max

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Xiaomi · 2022

Civi 2

Civi 2
84/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
Apple · 2025

iPhone 17 Pro Max

iPhone 17 Pro Max
85/ 100
Launch MSRP$1,199 USD
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS iPhone 17 Pro Max BETTER THAN Civi 2?

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Civi 2
iPhone 17 Pro MaxWinner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORCivi 2iPhone 17LEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity4,500 mAh5,088 mAh+5,088 mAh
Wired Fast Charging67W40W67W Max
Main Camera Sensor50.3 MP48 MP50.3 MP
Screen Display Size6.55"6.9"6.9"
Chassis Weight171.8g233g171.8g Lightest
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Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Civi 2:
  • ✓61.19999999999999g lighter chassis (171.8g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓50.3MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.55" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy iPhone 17 Pro Max:
  • ✓$8800 lower launch MSRP ($1199 vs $9999)
  • ✓Larger 5,088 mAh battery capacity (+588 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓48MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationCivi 2iPhone 17 Pro Max
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Max Wins Display
Screen Type & TechAM-OLEDLTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
Screen Size6.55"6.9"
Resolution & Density1080x2400 (402 ppi)2868x1320 (460 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A3,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Civi 2 Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12iOS 26
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB256GB / 512GB / 1024GB / 2048GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Max Wins Camera
Primary Camera50.3 MP48 MP, f/1.78, OIS, Fusion 48MP
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)48 MP (8x optical zoom), f/2.8, OIS
Ultrawide CameraN/A48 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP18 MP, f/1.9
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Civi 2 Lightest Chassis
Dimensions159.2 x 72.7 x 7.23 mm163.4 x 78 x 8.75 mm
Weight171.8 g233 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedIP68
8. Battery & Charging🏆 iPhone 17 Pro Max Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,500 mAh5,088 mAh
Wired Fast Charging67W wired fast charging40W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supported25W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-bandWi-Fi 7
BluetoothBluetooth 5.26.0
USB Port & SpeedUSB C reversibleUSB-C 3.0
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch PricePrice on request$1199
Editorial Lab Verdict

iPhone 17 Pro Max edges ahead with a BeastScore of 84.5/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, iPhone 17 Pro Max ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 85/100 camera rating.

When to buy Civi 2:
Significantly faster wired charging: 67W vs max 40W · Lighter body: 171.8g (61g lighter in hand)
When to buy iPhone 17 Pro Max:
Higher overall BeastScore: 84.5 vs top rival 83.5 · Larger battery capacity: 5,088 mAh (+588 mAh more)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Civi 2 vs iPhone 17 Pro Max

Which phone is better: Civi 2 or iPhone 17 Pro Max?

iPhone 17 Pro Max leads with an overall BeastScore of 84.5/100 compared to Civi 2 (83.5/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 84.5 vs top rival 83.5 and Larger battery capacity: 5,088 mAh (+588 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Civi 2 and iPhone 17 Pro Max?

Civi 2 is equipped with a 6.55-inch display and 4500 mAh battery, while iPhone 17 Pro Max features a 6.9-inch display and 5088 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Civi 2 and iPhone 17 Pro Max?

In lab hardware evaluations, Civi 2 scores 84/100 in camera performance, while iPhone 17 Pro Max scores 85/100.

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