Poco F8 Pro vs Redmi Note 17 Pro
The Poco F8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 17 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4; launch prices were $529 and $230. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 56/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 Pro has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 6210); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco F8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,024,818 vs 876,983); the Poco F8 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8 Pro
Redmi Note 17 Pro
What makes Poco F8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3024818 vs 876983
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2892
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 226g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 33/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Redmi Note 17 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6210 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $529
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 Pro vs the Redmi Note 17 Pro, the Poco F8 Pro scores 23 points higher (79/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (70/100 vs 33/100). Value score: Poco F8 Pro — 78/100, Redmi Note 17 Pro — 66/100; 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 Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (70/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro is a bit better (73/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (60/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 Pro | Redmi Note 17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3024818 | 876983 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1009 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2892 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6210 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69K | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 163.5×78.3×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $529 | $230 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco F8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F8 Pro
- 6210 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:55 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 Pro and Redmi Note 17 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Pro leads Redmi Note 17 Pro by 244.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $299. Redmi Note 17 Pro was $299 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (70/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro is a bit better (73/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (60/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 Pro or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro by 23 points (79/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Pro and the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Poco F8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Redmi Note 17 Pro — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Pro or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Poco F8 Pro leads on camera score (70/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F8 Pro or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Poco F8 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Pro over the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Poco F8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.