Apple iPhone SE (2022) vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G

Compare Apple iPhone SE (2022) vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G side by side: Apple A15 Bionic (4-core GPU) vs Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 Mobile Platform, 12MP vs…

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Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G

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Which one wins?

MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G proves superior overall against the Apple iPhone SE (2022), outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G. Choose the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the iPhone SE (2022) 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.

🎮 GamingRedmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G

Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G provides greater sustained gaming output with its Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 Mobile Platform and 12GB RAM.

📸 CameraRedmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G

Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G takes photography with 50MP optics.

🏷️ 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 SE (2022) vs Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the Apple iPhone SE (2022), Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Specification	iPhone SE (2022)	Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Screen size	4.7"	6.83"
Resolution	750 x 1334	1280 x 2772Winner
Pixel density	326 ppi	447 ppiWinner
Refresh rate	60 Hz	120 HzWinner
Peak brightness	625 nits	3500 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the Apple iPhone SE (2022), Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Specification	iPhone SE (2022)	Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Chipset	Apple A15 Bionic (4-core GPU)	Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 Mobile Platform
Process node	5 nm	4 nmWinner
Maximum RAM	4 GB	12 GBWinner
Maximum storage	256GB	512GBWinner

Camera

Camera comparison between the Apple iPhone SE (2022), Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Specification	iPhone SE (2022)	Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Main sensor	12 MP	50 MPWinner
Rear cameras	1	2Winner
Ultrawide	—	8 MP
Selfie camera	7 MP	32 MPWinner
Max video	4K at 60fps	4K at 30 fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the Apple iPhone SE (2022), Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Specification	iPhone SE (2022)	Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Capacity	2,018 mAh	10,000 mAhWinner
Wired charging	20 W	100 WWinner
Wireless charging	7.5 W	No

Design

Design comparison between the Apple iPhone SE (2022), Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Specification	iPhone SE (2022)	Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Weight	144 gWinner	229.5 g
Thickness	7.3 mmWinner	8.65 mm
Water resistance	IP67	IP66/IP68/IP69/IP69K
Build	Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame	—

Software and support

Software and support comparison between the Apple iPhone SE (2022), Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Specification	iPhone SE (2022)	Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Operating system	iOS 15.4, upgradable to iOS 18	—
OS updates	6 years	—
Security updates	6 years	—

Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the Apple iPhone SE (2022), Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Specification	iPhone SE (2022)	Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
5G	Yes	Yes
Wi-Fi	—	Wi-Fi 6
Storage expansion	None	None
3.5mm jack	No	No
Launch price	$429	—