Poco F8 Pro vs Redmi Note 17
The Poco F8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4; launch prices were $529 and $185. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 50/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6210); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco F8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,024,818 vs 593,849); the Poco F8 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8 Pro
Redmi Note 17
What makes Poco F8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3024818 vs 593849
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 952
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2328
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 225g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 48/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi Note 17 better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6210 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $529
- Overall rating 50/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 Pro vs the Redmi Note 17, the Poco F8 Pro scores 29 points higher (79/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (91/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (70/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Poco F8 Pro — 78/100, Redmi Note 17 — 64/100; 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 (91/100 vs 48/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Pro is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (70/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro and the Redmi Note 17 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (60/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 Pro | Redmi Note 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3024818 | 593849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 952 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2328 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 7.0" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1080x2396 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6210 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 169.7×79.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $529 | $185 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco F8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 17
- 7.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2396
- 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
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 Pro and Redmi Note 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Pro leads Redmi Note 17 by 409.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $344. Redmi Note 17 was $344 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (91/100 vs 48/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Pro is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (70/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro and the Redmi Note 17 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (60/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 Pro or the Redmi Note 17?
The Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 by 29 points (79/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Pro and the Redmi Note 17?
The Poco F8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Redmi Note 17 — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Pro or the Redmi Note 17?
The Poco F8 Pro leads on camera score (70/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F8 Pro or the Redmi Note 17?
The Poco F8 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Pro over the Redmi Note 17?
The Poco F8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.