Poco F8 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Poco F8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $529 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 79/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6210); the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 3,024,818); the Poco F8 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Poco F8 Pro better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $529 vs $799
- Better display (83/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 3024818
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6210 mAh
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 9 points higher (88/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Poco F8 Pro — 78/100, 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 is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Poco F8 Pro (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Poco F8 Pro (90/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (60/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3024818 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6210 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 199 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $529 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco F8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- 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
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Poco F8 Pro by 17.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $270. Poco F8 Pro was $270 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Poco F8 Pro (90/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Poco F8 Pro (90/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (60/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max edges out the Poco F8 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Poco F8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Poco F8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. 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.