OnePlus 8 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The OnePlus 8 Pro (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 865, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $899 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 58/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4510); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 964,589); the OnePlus 8 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 8 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes OnePlus 8 Pro better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 219g
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 964589
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1169
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3191
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4510 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 30W
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $899
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 8 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 30 points higher (88/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 46/100). Value score: OnePlus 8 Pro — 28/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; 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 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 Pro (97/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 8 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 Pro (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 Pro (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 8 Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 8 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 964589 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1169 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3191 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4510 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 30W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 113 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.3×74.4×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 199 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $799 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 8 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 8 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 8 Pro
- 4510 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 30W
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 8 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads OnePlus 8 Pro by 73.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Xiaomi 17 Max was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 Pro (97/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 8 Pro is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 Pro (90/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 Pro (90/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 8 Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8 Pro by 30 points (88/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The OnePlus 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 8 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
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.