ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL vs Xiaomi 17
The ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL (2018) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 660, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 29/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 347,995); the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL is noticeably lighter (175g vs 191g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL
Xiaomi 17
What makes ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL better?
- Lighter: 175g vs 191g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 347995
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 360
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 1115
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 58 points higher (87/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL (95/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL (85/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL (81/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 347995 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 360 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1115 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.3" IPS LCD | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2280 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 8.1 Oreo | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.9×75.5×8.5 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 175 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2280
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL by 89.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL (95/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL (85/100 vs 42/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL (81/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL (87/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL by 58 points (87/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL and the Xiaomi 17?
The ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the ASUS Zenfone Max Pro (M2) ZB631KL over the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.