ASUS 8z vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The ASUS 8z (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 54/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 1,135,878); the ASUS 8z is noticeably lighter (169g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS 8z
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes ASUS 8z better?
- Lighter: 169g vs 219g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS 8z vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 34 points higher (88/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ASUS 8z (97/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the ASUS 8z are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ASUS 8z (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ASUS 8z (90/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS 8z notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (68/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS 8z | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1135878 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.9" | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2448 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | — | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 148.0×68.5×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 169 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
ASUS 8z
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS 8z
- 5.9"
- Resolution: 1080x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS 8z
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS 8z and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads ASUS 8z by 68.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ASUS 8z
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ASUS 8z (97/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the ASUS 8z are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ASUS 8z (90/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ASUS 8z (90/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS 8z notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (68/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS 8z or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ASUS 8z by 34 points (88/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS 8z and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The ASUS 8z has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS 8z or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS 8z or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the ASUS 8z over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The ASUS 8z is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.