Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G

Compare Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G side by side: Apple A18 Pro vs Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 Mobile Platform, 48MP vs 50MP camera…

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max claims the overall win over the Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G, delivering a stronger technical package across measurable key specifications. In camera testing, the iPhone 16 Pro Max leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G. Choose the iPhone 16 Pro Max if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryRedmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G

Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G takes battery honors offering 10,000 mAh alongside 100W charging.

🎮 GamingTie

Both handsets deliver top-tier speed with Apple A18 Pro and smooth everyday multitasking.

📸 CameraiPhone 16 Pro Max

iPhone 16 Pro Max wins photography with 48MP main imaging and 5x dedicated optical zoom.

🏷️ ValueTie

Official launch pricing varies across international retail regions.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

iPhone 16 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Screen size	6.9"	6.83"
Resolution	1320 x 2868Winner	1280 x 2772
Pixel density	460 ppiWinner	447 ppi
Refresh rate	120 Hz	120 Hz
Peak brightness	2000 nits	3500 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Chipset	Apple A18 Pro	Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 Mobile Platform
Process node	3 nmWinner	4 nm
AnTuTu score	1,810,000	—
Geekbench multi	8580	—
Maximum RAM	8 GB	12 GBWinner
Maximum storage	1TBWinner	512GB

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Main sensor	48 MP	50 MPWinner
Rear cameras	3Winner	2
Optical zoom	5x	—
Ultrawide	48 MPWinner	8 MP
Selfie camera	12 MP	32 MPWinner
Max video	4K at 120fps Dolby Vision	4K at 30 fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Capacity	4,685 mAh	10,000 mAhWinner
Wired charging	30 W	100 WWinner
Wireless charging	25 W	No

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Weight	227 g	229.5 g
Thickness	8.25 mmWinner	8.65 mm
Water resistance	IP68	IP66/IP68/IP69/IP69K
Build	Grade 5 Titanium frame, textured matte glass back	—

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Operating system	iOS 18	—
OS updates	6 years	—
Security updates	7 years	—

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max, Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Specification	iPhone 16 Pro Max	Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)	Wi-Fi 6
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$1,199	—