Rumours are saying that this year, more smartphone brands might start using “Max” and “Pro Max” names to show off bigger, better flagship phones. The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is one example, and leaks also suggest that the Xiaomi 17 Max and Vivo X300 Max are being worked on. These phones are thought to be stronger in different ways, especially in photography.
Here’s a look at how they might compare based on what’s been leaked so far.Design, display, and performanceThe Vivo X300 Max is expected to have a 6.78-inch flat OLED screen with 1.5K resolution and very thin edges, giving a good mix of clear pictures and a big screen feel. It will be powered by the Dimensity 9500 chip, which is also used in the X300 and X300 Pro models.The Xiaomi 17 Max is said to have a bigger screen, around 6.8 or 6.9 inches, also with thin edges. It’s set to use the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, matching other models in the Xiaomi 17 lineup.
The design might be simpler, more like the regular Xiaomi 17, without the unusual features found on top models. It probably won’t have the second screen that the Xiaomi 17 Pro series has.Both the Vivo X300 Max and Xiaomi 17 Max are likely to look similar to their standard models, but the “Max” name means they should be bigger than the regular versions.Battery and chargingThe Xiaomi 17 Max is said to have an 8,000mAh battery with 100W fast charging and 50W wireless charging, which could make it one of the longest-lasting top-end phones.
The Vivo X300 Max is expected to have a 7,000mAh battery, still a big number that should handle daily use without making the phone too thick.Both phones are reported to run on Android 16, with the Vivo X300 Max using OriginOS 6 and the Xiaomi 17 Max running HyperOS 3. They both are said to have an ultrasonic fingerprint reader on the screen.Camera and release datesThe Vivo X300 Max is expected to have a circular camera setup with a 200-megapixel main lens, a wide-angle camera, and a medium telephoto lens.
The Xiaomi 17 Max might have a 200-megapixel Samsung ISOCELL HPE main camera, a 50-megapixel Sony periscope telephoto lens, and a 50-megapixel wide-angle lens, showing a strong focus on versatile photography.As for release dates, the Vivo X300 Max is expected to come out in March in China, with other X300 models. The Xiaomi 17 Max is rumored to arrive in April. It’s not clear yet when they’ll be available globally, but leaks suggest the Xiaomi 17 Max might focus more on battery life and charging speed, while the Vivo X300 Max is likely to balance display quality, camera performance, and overall top-tier features.
