Xiaomi 18 Pro vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max: Which One Should You Buy?
Xiaomi 18 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 90.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Xiaomi 18 Pro
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
Xiaomi 18 Pro wins 1 of 6 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsXiaomi 18 Pro9897
- Camerafrom specsTie100100
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie100100
- Batteryfrom specsTie100100
- Displayfrom specsTie9494
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityTie100100
- ValueNot enough data
- Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery8,500 mAh vs 7,000 mAh
- Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger screen6.9" vs 6.4"
- Xiaomi 18 Pro is lighter203 g vs 235 g
- Xiaomi 18 Pro has the faster chipQualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Xiaomi 18 Pro wins — BeastScore 90.0/100
The Xiaomi 18 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its lighter body (203 g vs 235 g) and faster chip (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6). The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (8,500 mAh vs 7,000 mAh).
Lighter: 203 g vs 235 g (32 g less)
Larger battery: 8,500 mAh vs 7,000 mAh · Larger display: 6.9" vs 6.4"
Common questions
Which is better: Xiaomi 18 Pro or Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its lighter body (203 g vs 235 g) and faster chip (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6). The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (8,500 mAh vs 7,000 mAh). BeastScore: Xiaomi 18 Pro 90.0/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro Max 90.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Xiaomi 18 Pro and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
Xiaomi 18 Pro has a 6.4-inch display and 7000 mAh battery. Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has a 6.9-inch display and 8500 mAh battery.
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