{
    "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/compare/samsung-galaxy-s25-ultra-vs-xiaomi-18-pro-max/",
    "generated": "2026-08-12T04:19:47+00:00",
    "source": "WhatMobilePK.com",
    "currency": "PKR",
    "headline": "Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max",
    "answer": "The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is the stronger phone of the two, scoring 96 against 88 on our combined specification score. It leads on performance, battery & charging and memory & storage. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra still wins on camera, so it remains the better choice if that is your priority. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is the cheaper of the two at PKR 439,999 against PKR 459,999.",
    "phones": [
        {
            "name": "Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra",
            "slug": "samsung-galaxy-s25-ultra",
            "brand": "Samsung",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/samsung/samsung-galaxy-s25-ultra/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/ChatGPT-Image-Aug-22-2025-09_37_03-AM.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 439999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2025-12-28T05:49:08+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 95.4,
                "camera": 98,
                "battery": 69.6,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 62.5,
                "value": 95.6,
                "overall": 88
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "January 2025 (Global) / February 2025 (Pakistan)",
                    "Dimensions": "162.3 × 79.0 × 8.6 mm",
                    "Weight": "233 g",
                    "Water resistance": "IP68"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.8 inches",
                    "Resolution": "1440 × 3120 pixels (~505 ppi)",
                    "Panel type": "Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X, HDR10+, 120Hz",
                    "Protection": "Corning Gorilla Armor"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 (4 nm)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core (2×4.0 GHz Oryon + 6×2.8 GHz)",
                    "GPU": "Adreno 830",
                    "Operating system": "Android 15 with One UI 7"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "12 GB",
                    "Internal storage": "256 GB",
                    "Card slot": "No"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "200 MP wide (OIS) + 50 MP periscope telephoto (5× optical zoom, OIS) + 10 MP telephoto (3× optical zoom, OIS) + 12 MP ultra-wide",
                    "Selfie camera": "12 MP",
                    "Video recording": "8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Non-removable Li-Ion 5000 mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "45W wired, 15W wireless, 4.5W reverse wireless"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM + eSIM (IP68 dust/water resistant)",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band",
                    "Bluetooth": "5.4",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Ultrasonic fingerprint (under-display), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer s_pen Yes (integrated)",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 3.2, DisplayPort"
                }
            }
        },
        {
            "name": "Xiaomi 18 Pro Max",
            "slug": "xiaomi-18-pro-max",
            "brand": "Xiaomi",
            "url": "https://whatmobilepk.com/mobile/xiaomi/xiaomi-18-pro-max/",
            "image": "https://whatmobilepk.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/ChatGPT-Image-May-12-2026-10_03_36-AM-1024x683.png",
            "price": {
                "amount": 459999,
                "currency": "PKR"
            },
            "updated": "2026-05-12T05:13:49+00:00",
            "scores": {
                "performance": 97.8,
                "camera": 94,
                "battery": 86.7,
                "display": 100,
                "memory": 100,
                "value": 100,
                "overall": 95.9
            },
            "specs": {
                "Design & build": {
                    "Release date": "Q4 2026 ( Likely launch between September–December 2026 )",
                    "Weight": "around 220g–230g (rumored)",
                    "Water resistance": "IP68 / IP69 water and dust resistance (expected)"
                },
                "Display": {
                    "Screen size": "6.8–6.9 Inches",
                    "Resolution": "1440 x 3200 Pixels (QHD+)",
                    "Panel type": "LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, Dolby Vision, HDR10+ 120Hz Adaptive",
                    "Protection": "Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass (expected)"
                },
                "Performance": {
                    "Chipset": "Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 (rumored flagship chipset)",
                    "CPU": "Octa-core processor 2x Prime Cores 6x Performance/Efficiency Cores",
                    "GPU": "Adreno next-generation flagship GPU",
                    "Operating system": "Android 16 with HyperOS 3"
                },
                "Memory & storage": {
                    "RAM": "12GB /16GB",
                    "Internal storage": "256GB / 512GB / 1TB (possible top variant)",
                    "Card slot": "No"
                },
                "Camera": {
                    "Main camera": "Main Camera: 200MP Periscope Telephoto: 200MP Ultra-Wide: 50MP",
                    "Selfie camera": "32MP–50MP selfie camera (not finalized)"
                },
                "Battery & charging": {
                    "Battery capacity": "Si/C Li-Ion non-removable battery 5500mAh – 6500mAh",
                    "Wired charging": "90W or 120W wired Wireless charging supported"
                },
                "Connectivity & extras": {
                    "SIM": "Dual Nano-SIM",
                    "Wi-Fi": "Wi-Fi 7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct",
                    "Bluetooth": "v5.4",
                    "NFC": "Yes",
                    "Sensors": "Fingerprint (under-display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer",
                    "USB": "USB Type-C 3.2, OTG"
                }
            }
        }
    ],
    "verdict": {
        "winner": "xiaomi-18-pro-max",
        "margin": 7.9,
        "decisive": true,
        "categories": [
            {
                "category": "performance",
                "label": "Performance",
                "weight": 25,
                "basis": "Gaming score where available, otherwise chipset tier plus usable RAM.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-s25-ultra": 95.4,
                    "xiaomi-18-pro-max": 97.8
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-18-pro-max"
            },
            {
                "category": "camera",
                "label": "Camera",
                "weight": 20,
                "basis": "Camera Score where available, otherwise sensor resolution and lens count. Megapixels alone do not measure image quality.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-s25-ultra": 98,
                    "xiaomi-18-pro-max": 94
                },
                "leader": "samsung-galaxy-s25-ultra"
            },
            {
                "category": "battery",
                "label": "Battery & charging",
                "weight": 18,
                "basis": "Cell capacity in mAh weighted with rated wired charging output.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-s25-ultra": 69.6,
                    "xiaomi-18-pro-max": 86.7
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-18-pro-max"
            },
            {
                "category": "display",
                "label": "Display",
                "weight": 15,
                "basis": "Pixel density, refresh rate and panel technology.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-s25-ultra": 100,
                    "xiaomi-18-pro-max": 100
                },
                "leader": null
            },
            {
                "category": "memory",
                "label": "Memory & storage",
                "weight": 12,
                "basis": "Highest advertised RAM and internal storage configuration.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-s25-ultra": 62.5,
                    "xiaomi-18-pro-max": 100
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-18-pro-max"
            },
            {
                "category": "value",
                "label": "Value for money",
                "weight": 10,
                "basis": "Combined spec score divided by current Pakistani retail price.",
                "scores": {
                    "samsung-galaxy-s25-ultra": 95.6,
                    "xiaomi-18-pro-max": 100
                },
                "leader": "xiaomi-18-pro-max"
            }
        ],
        "unscored": []
    },
    "differences": [
        "Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra costs PKR 20,000 less.",
        "Xiaomi 18 Pro Max packs a 500 mAh larger battery.",
        "Xiaomi 18 Pro Max charges 45W faster.",
        "Xiaomi 18 Pro Max offers 4 GB more RAM.",
        "Xiaomi 18 Pro Max ships with 768 GB more storage."
    ],
    "faq": [
        {
            "question": "Which is better, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi 18 Pro Max comes out ahead on our combined spec score, leading by 7.9 points. It wins on performance, battery & charging, memory & storage and value for money. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra can still be the better buy if your priorities sit elsewhere or if you find it at a lower street price."
        },
        {
            "question": "What is the price of Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max in Pakistan?",
            "answer": "Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is listed at PKR 439,999 and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max at PKR 459,999. That makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra cheaper by PKR 20,000. Retail prices move often, so treat these as indicative."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which has the better camera, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?",
            "answer": "Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores higher in our camera assessment. Both use comparable main sensors, so day to day results come down to processing."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which phone has the better battery, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on battery. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra carries a 5000 mAh cell and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max a 5500 mAh cell, with 45W and 90W wired charging respectively."
        },
        {
            "question": "Which is better for gaming, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra or Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?",
            "answer": "Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is the stronger gaming phone here. Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra runs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 (4 nm) while Xiaomi 18 Pro Max runs the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 (rumored flagship chipset)."
        }
    ],
    "methodology": "Category scores are derived from published hardware specifications using one formula applied to every device. Categories without sufficient published data are excluded from the total rather than estimated. No paid placement, no editorial weighting.",
    "license": "Facts may be quoted with attribution to WhatMobilePK.com (https://whatmobilepk.com/)."
}