Google Pixel 8 vs Xiaomi 17
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $699 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 68/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4575); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 1,443,431).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Xiaomi 17
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 191g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $709
- Overall rating 68/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 1443431
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 7000 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 (87/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 19 points higher (87/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8 — 50/100, Xiaomi 17 — 88/100; 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 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (95/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 7000 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 | |
| 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 | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17
- 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
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Google Pixel 8 by 55.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $10. Google Pixel 8 was $10 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (95/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Google Pixel 8 are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (87/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Xiaomi 17?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.