Google Pixel 8 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $699 and $825. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads — 86/100 vs 68/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro has the bigger battery (6300 mAh vs 4575); the Xiaomi 17 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,569,354 vs 1,443,431).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Xiaomi 17 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $825
- Overall rating 68/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3569354 vs 1443431
- Better Geekbench Single: 3310 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10070 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 6300 vs 4575 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 18W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 79/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro, the Xiaomi 17 Pro scores 18 points higher (86/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (95/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (84/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8 — 50/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro — 86/100; 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 Xiaomi 17 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (95/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Xiaomi 17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 3569354 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3310 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 10070 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2656x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 6300 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $825 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Xiaomi 17 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro leads Google Pixel 8 by 59.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $126. Google Pixel 8 was $126 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (95/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (84/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro — 86/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro leads on performance (95/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.