Poco F8 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Poco F8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $529 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 79/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6210); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 3,024,818); the Poco F8 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Poco F8 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $529 vs $999
- Better display (83/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 3024818
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6210 mAh
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 9 points higher (88/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Poco F8 Pro — 78/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 86/100; 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 Pro Max is a bit better (98/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco F8 Pro (87/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco F8 Pro (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3024818 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6210 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $529 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco F8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- 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 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Poco F8 Pro by 24.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $470. Poco F8 Pro was $470 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (98/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco F8 Pro (87/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco F8 Pro (89/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro 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 Pro Max?
The Poco F8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Poco F8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.