Apple iPhone 17e vs Poco X8 Pro
The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; estimated prices are $665 and $389. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 59/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17e is faster in AnTuTu (2,156,126 vs 1,982,033); the Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably lighter (163g vs 196g).
Apple iPhone 17e
Poco X8 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 1982033
- Better Geekbench Single: 3692 vs 1553
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9454 vs 6403
- Lighter: 163g vs 196g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 76/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 57/100)
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper: $389 vs $665
- Better camera (37/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 21/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 61/100)
- Better value for money (66/100 vs 30/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Poco X8 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro scores 5 points higher (64/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (89/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 21/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (66/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (89/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (83/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Apple iPhone 17e are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (68/100 vs 21/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (83/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (66/100 vs 30/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | Poco X8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 1982033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3692 | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9454 | 6403 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 196 g | |
| Price | $665 | $389 |
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Apple iPhone 17e and Poco X8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17e leads Poco X8 Pro by 8.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $276. Poco X8 Pro is cheaper by $276.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (89/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (83/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Apple iPhone 17e are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (68/100 vs 21/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (83/100 vs 57/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (66/100 vs 30/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro edges out the Apple iPhone 17e by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Poco X8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Poco X8 Pro — 64/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17e leads on performance (89/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Poco X8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.