Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
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Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6
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Display 6.9 inches
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Battery 8500 mAh (China) / 7050 mAh (Global/EU) Si/C Li-Ion, non-removable
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Camera 200 MP
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Xiaomi 18 Pro Max: At a Glance
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has a 6.9-inch RYGB LTPO AMOLED display, a 200 MP main camera and an 8500 mAh battery.
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Specs
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
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| 2G Network GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM) CDMA 800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
| 3G Network | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G Network | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66 |
| 5G Network | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G |
LAUNCH
| Announced | 2026, September 23 |
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| Status | Available. Released 2026, September 27 |
BODY
| Dimensions | 163.4 x 77.6 x 8.4 mm (6.43 x 3.06 x 0.33 in) |
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| Weight | 235 g / 240 g (8.29 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass 3), glass back with 2.9" secondary display, titanium/aluminum alloy frame |
| SIMs SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages. | Nano-SIM and eSIM / Dual Nano-SIM |
| Water Resistant | IP68 / IP69 dust/water resistant (high-pressure water jets & immersion up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
Display
| Display Type Display Technology => A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor) | RYGB LTPO AMOLED, 68B colors, 120Hz, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 4000 nits (peak) |
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| Size | 6.9 inches, 116.2 cm2 (~91.6% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3200 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~510 ppi density) |
| Protection Display Protection => Gorilla Glass is a special alkali-aluminosilicate glass shield with exceptional damage resistance that helps protect mobile displays from scratches, drops, and bumps of everyday use, It is always better to go for a smartphone with Gorilla Glass for that added protection and peace of mind. | Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass 3 |
PLATFORM
| Operating System OS => Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device. | Android 17, HyperOS 4 |
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| Chipset Chipset is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming. | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 (2 nm) |
| CPU CPU (Central Processing Unit) mostly known as processors, CPU processes instructions in order to carry out certain functions that make your device operate properly. Processors are often described as the brain of computers, smartphones and tablets, Smartphones and tablets rely on processors to carry out their every task, Processors are an incredibly important factor in selecting any type of computing device, including your smartphone. | Octa-core (2x5.01 GHz Oryon Prime + 6x4.00 GHz Oryon Performance) |
| GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion. | Adreno 850 |
MEMORY
| Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras. | No |
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| Internal | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM (LPDDR5X Ultra + UFS 4.1) |
MAIN CAMERA
| Cameras Specs Today’s smartphones come equipped with a very comprehensive set of camera related specifications. Our smartphone, for many of us, has become our primary camera due to it being the one we always have with us. |
200 MP, f/1.4, 23mm (wide), 1/1.14" Light Hunter sensor, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 200 MP, f/2.5, 100mm (periscope telephoto), 1/1.4", multi-directional PDAF, OIS, 4.3x optical zoom, 10cm macro 50 MP, f/1.8, 14mm, 122˚ (ultrawide), dual pixel PDAF |
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| Camera Features | Leica Summilux optics, Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, Dual-LED flash, 2.9" rear display viewfinder, Ultra HDR |
| Video | 8K@24/30fps, 4K@24/30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240/960fps, gyro-EIS, 10-bit Dolby Vision HDR, ACES LOG |
SELFIE CAMERA
| Cameras Specs Today’s smartphones come equipped with a very comprehensive set of camera related specifications. Our smartphone, for many of us, has become our primary camera due to it being the one we always have with us. | 50 MP, f/2.0, 21mm (wide), PDAF |
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| Features | HDR, panorama, Dolby Vision |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
SOUND
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with triple-speaker setup (Dolby Atmos, 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio) |
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| 3.5mm jack | No |
COMMS
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
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| Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices. | 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, LHDC 5 |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC |
| NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches. | Yes |
| Infrared Infrared connectivity is an old wireless technology used to connect two electronic devices. It uses a beam of infrared light to transmit information and so requires direct line of sight and operates only at close range. | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps), DisplayPort, OTG |
Features
| Sensors Sensors are electronic components that detects and responds to some type of input from the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture, pressure and location, The output is generally a signal that is converted to use in computing systems, a location sensor, such as a GPS receiver is able to detect current location of your electronic device. | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, proximity, gyro, compass, barometer, Ultra Wideband (UWB), Two-way satellite communication, AI hardware shortcut key |
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BATTERY
| Battery Type Battery Type => Cell phones run on various kinds of batteries depending on the manufacturer, phone size or shape and features. There are basically four types of cell phone batteries => Lithium Polymer, Lithium Ion, Nickel Metal Hydride and Nickel Cadmium. | Si/C Li-Ion, non-removable |
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| Capacity Battery Capacity is a measure (typically in Amp-hr) of the charge stored by the battery, and is determined by the mass of active material contained in the battery. The battery capacity represents the maximum amount of energy that can be extracted from the battery under certain conditions. | 8500 mAh (China) / 7050 mAh (Global/EU) |
| Placement | Not specified |
| Charging The functionality responsible for recharging batteries in portable devices, such as mobile phones, significantly influences both battery lifespan and the practicality of daily product usage.The charging process, encompassing factors like voltage, current, and completion actions, is contingent upon the battery's size and type.Contemporary battery chargers dynamically adjust charging parameters based on the battery's current charging state. Charging an empty battery poses no safety risk, allowing for a quicker charging process. Consequently, many charging speed benchmarks, including ours, specify the battery level achieved after a 30-minute session on an empty battery.Standard chargers with a power output of 5V/1A, equivalent to 5W, serve as a baseline, with anything surpassing this speed classified as quick or fast charging. | 100W wired HyperCharge, 50W wireless HyperCharge, 27W reverse wireless |
MISC
| Colors | Black, White, Velvet Red, Blue, Pink |
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| Model | 2611FPNFAG, 2611FPNFAC |
| SAR SAR (Specific absorption rate): Each GSM handset has a radio transmitter and receiver in order to operate in the wireless GSM network. That transceiver is manufactured so that when used next to the ear and when worn on the belt, it won't exceed the limits for exposure to radio frequency energy set by the authorities.The authorities in question here are the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. Government, Industry Canada of the Canadian Government (IC), and the Council of the European Union. | 1.09 W/kg (head), 1.07 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU Each GSM handset has a radio transmitter and receiver in order to operate in the wireless GSM network. That transceiver is manufactured so that when used next to the ear and when worn on the belt, it won't exceed the limits for exposure to radio frequency energy set by the authorities.The authorities in question here are the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) of the U.S. Government, Industry Canada of the Canadian Government (IC), and the Council of the European Union. | 0.99 W/kg (head), 1.35 W/kg (body) |
| Price | $1,045.00 / CNY 6,999 / €1,769.00 |
TESTS
| Performance | AnTuTu: 3,480,000+ (v10) | GeekBench: 11,480 (v6) |
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| Display | 2380 nits HBM brightness, 4000 nits HDR peak |
| Loudspeaker | Not specified |
| Battery (new) | Active use score 21:40h |
Reasons to Buy (Pros)
- 6.9-inch 2K RYGB LTPO AMOLED main display paired with a larger 2.9-inch 120Hz secondary rear screen
- Overclocked 2nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset with triple-speaker Dolby Atmos audio
- Dual 200MP Leica Summilux rear cameras (Main + Periscope Telephoto) with 50MP ultrawide and 50MP front camera
- Massive 8,500 mAh Silicon-Carbon battery (7,050 mAh EU variant) with 100W wired and 50W wireless charging
Reasons to Avoid (Cons)
- Heavy 235g–240g build requires two-handed operation for most users
- Global European pricing (€1,761–€1,849) places it in ultra-luxury territory
- Regional EU battery regulations cap international units at ~7,050 mAh vs 8,500 mAh in China
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a Xiaomi smartphone that pairs a 6.9 inches, 116.2 cm2 (~91.6% screen-to-body ratio) (RYGB LTPO AMOLED, 68B colors, 120Hz, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 4000 nits (peak)) display with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 (2 nm) processor. Announced in 2026, September 23 (Available. Released 2026, September 27), the device is positioned for buyers looking for a competitive option around 1045.
Design and Display
On the outside, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max measures 163.4 x 77.6 x 8.4 mm (6.43 x 3.06 x 0.33 in) and weighs 235 g / 240 g (8.29 oz), featuring a Glass front (Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass 3), glass back with 2.9" secondary display, titanium/aluminum alloy frame construction. The front is built around a 6.9 inches, 116.2 cm2 (~91.6% screen-to-body ratio) RYGB LTPO AMOLED, 68B colors, 120Hz, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 4000 nits (peak) panel with a resolution of 1440 x 3200 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~510 ppi density), giving users sharp text rendering and smooth scrolling for everyday browsing and media playback.
Performance, Software, and Memory
Powering the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 (2 nm) SoC (Octa-core (2×5.01 GHz Oryon Prime + 6×4.00 GHz Oryon Performance)) paired with the Adreno 850 GPU. Memory configurations include 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM (LPDDR5X Ultra + UFS 4.1) (Card slot: No). Out of the box, the phone runs Android 17, HyperOS 4.
Camera Configuration
For photography, the rear camera setup consists of: 200 MP, f/1.4, 23mm (wide), 1/1.14" Light Hunter sensor, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 200 MP, f/2.5, 100mm (periscope telephoto), 1/1.4", multi-directional PDAF, OIS, 4.3x optical zoom, 10cm macro 50 MP, f/1.8, 14mm, 122˚ (ultrawide), dual pixel PDAF. Video capture on the main system supports 8K@24/30fps, 4K@24/30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240/960fps, gyro-EIS, 10-bit Dolby Vision HDR, ACES LOG. On the front, selfie duties and video calls are handled by a 50 MP, f/2.0, 21mm (wide), PDAF camera.
Battery Life, Charging, and Connectivity
Battery capacity is rated at 8500 mAh (China) / 7050 mAh (Global/EU) (Si/C Li-Ion, non-removable), with charging support rated at 100W wired HyperCharge, 50W wireless HyperCharge, 27W reverse wireless. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct) and USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10Gbps), DisplayPort, OTG.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — Frequently Asked Questions
What processor and storage options does the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max have?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 (2 nm) chipset with an Octa-core (2x5.01 GHz Oryon Prime + 6x4.00 GHz Oryon Performance) CPU and Adreno 850 GPU. Memory and storage configurations include 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM (LPDDR5X Ultra + UFS 4.1).
What is the battery capacity and charging speed of the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max comes with a 8500 mAh (China) / 7050 mAh (Global/EU) battery (Si/C Li-Ion, non-removable) and supports 100W wired HyperCharge, 50W wireless HyperCharge, 27W reverse wireless.
How good is the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max camera setup?
On the rear, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max features 200 MP, f/1.4, 23mm (wide), 1/1.14" Light Hunter sensor, dual pixel PDAF, OIS | 200 MP, f/2.5, 100mm (periscope telephoto), 1/1.4", multi-directional PDAF, OIS, 4.3x optical zoom, 10cm macro | 50 MP, f/1.8, 14mm, 122˚ (ultrawide), dual pixel PDAF. It supports video recording at 8K@24/30fps, 4K@24/30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240/960fps, gyro-EIS, 10-bit Dolby Vision HDR, ACES LOG. For selfies, it includes a 50 MP, f/2.0, 21mm (wide), PDAF front camera.
Does the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max support 5G, NFC, and a headphone jack?
Yes, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max supports 5G networks (1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA). NFC support: Yes. 3.5mm headphone jack: No.
What is the price and release status of the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The estimated retail price of the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is around $1,045. Market status: Available. Released 2026, September 27. Available colorways include Black, White, Velvet Red, Blue, Pink.
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