OnePlus 8T vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The OnePlus 8T (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 $749 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 53/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 990,988); the OnePlus 8T is noticeably lighter (188g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 8T
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes OnePlus 8T better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $749 vs $799
- Better portability (62/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 990988
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1169
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3191
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 8T vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 35 points higher (88/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 42/100). Value score: OnePlus 8T — 20/100, 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 8T (97/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the OnePlus 8T are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8T (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8T (90/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 8T notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (62/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 8T | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 865 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 990988 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1169 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3191 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.7×74.1×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $749 | $799 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 8T
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 8T
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 8T
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 8T and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads OnePlus 8T by 72.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. OnePlus 8T was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8T (97/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the OnePlus 8T are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8T (90/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8T (90/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 8T notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (62/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 8T or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus 8T by 35 points (88/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 8T and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The OnePlus 8T has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 8T or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 8T or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 8T 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.