Poco F8 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Poco F8 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $729 and $999. Both devices score the same overall rating of 89/100. Key differences: the Poco F8 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco F8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,651,476 vs 3,600,724).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8 Ultra
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Poco F8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3651476 vs 3600724
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 218g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $729 vs $999
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 80/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Better camera (93/100 vs 90/100)
Comparison verdict
The Poco F8 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra received the same MobileRank rating — 89/100. Value score: Poco F8 Ultra — 92/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 97/100. In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Poco F8 Ultra are nearly equal (93/100 vs 90/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (49/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 Ultra | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3651476 | 3600724 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $729 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:14 hrs, total 32:38 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 Ultra and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Ultra leads Xiaomi 17 Ultra by 1.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $270. Poco F8 Ultra was $270 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 97/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Poco F8 Ultra are nearly equal (93/100 vs 90/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (49/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
Both devices scored 89/100. They are identical on performance — 97/100 for both. The clearest difference is portability: better on the Poco F8 Ultra (49/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Should you choose the Poco F8 Ultra over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Poco F8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.