Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs Poco X7 Pro
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Poco X7 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra; launch prices were $1199 and $369. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads — 75/100 vs 64/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X7 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4823); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,538,751 vs 1,874,182); the Poco X7 Pro is noticeably lighter (195g vs 233g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
Poco X7 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2538751 vs 1874182
- Better Geekbench Single: 3933 vs 1579
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10223 vs 6100
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Poco X7 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4823 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 195g vs 233g
- Cheaper at launch: $369 vs $1199
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 53/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 30/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max vs the Poco X7 Pro, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max scores 11 points higher (75/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads (71/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X7 Pro leads (65/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max — 60/100, Poco X7 Pro — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X7 Pro (92/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Poco X7 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X7 Pro (71/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X7 Pro is a bit better (65/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X7 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (59/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max | Poco X7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 8400 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 1874182 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3933 | 1579 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10223 | 6100 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2868x1320 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4823 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 160.8×75.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 233 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $369 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Poco X7 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2868x1320
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X7 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
- 4823 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Poco X7 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and Poco X7 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads Poco X7 Pro by 35.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $830. Poco X7 Pro was $830 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X7 Pro (92/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Poco X7 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X7 Pro (71/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X7 Pro is a bit better (65/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X7 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max (59/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Poco X7 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Poco X7 Pro — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max and the Poco X7 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Poco X7 Pro — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Poco X7 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (71/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max or the Poco X7 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max leads on performance (92/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max over the Poco X7 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Poco X7 Pro is a better fit for active users.