Xiaomi or Apple iPhone?
Which smartphone brand is right for you?
Apple iPhonewins 5 of 7 categories
WINNER
Apple iPhone
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4.7/5
|285,000 reviews5
Wins
1976
Founded
premium
Price
Head-to-Head Comparison
88
Camera Quality
Apple iPhone wins
95
90
Performance
Apple iPhone wins
98
90
Battery Life
Xiaomi wins
82
88
Display Quality
Apple iPhone wins
92
78
Software & Updates
Apple iPhone wins
98
85
Build Quality
Apple iPhone wins
95
95
Value for Money
Xiaomi wins
70
Xiaomi excels at
Battery LifeValue for Money
Apple iPhone excels at
Camera QualityPerformanceDisplay QualitySoftware & UpdatesBuild Quality
Pros & Cons
Xiaomi
Exceptional value for money
Wide product range
Fast charging across range
Good display quality
MIUI has ads (can be disabled)
Software updates inconsistent
Apple iPhone
Best-in-class A-series chips
5-6 years of iOS updates
Exceptional video recording
Tight ecosystem integration (Mac, iPad, Watch)
Premium pricing
Limited customization
The Bottom Line
Choose Xiaomi if you want...
- Value seekers
- Spec enthusiasts
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Feature maximizers
Choose Apple iPhone if you want...
- iOS ecosystem users
- Video creators
- Long-term software support
- Privacy-conscious users
Our pick: Apple iPhone — Better overall scores and stronger performance across key categories. However, Xiaomi is the better choice if you prioritize battery life or value for money.
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