Apple iPhone 17 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $799 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 76/100 vs 71/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 3293
- Lighter: 177g vs 218g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 8810
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $799
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 88/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 5 points higher (76/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100; 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 Poco X8 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (77/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (73/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone 17 by 17.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $330. Poco X8 Pro Max was $330 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone 17 are nearly equal (91/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (86/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (77/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (73/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.