Poco M6 Plus vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Poco M6 Plus (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 AE, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 49/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5030); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco M6 Plus doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6 Plus
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Poco M6 Plus better?
- Lighter: 205g vs 219g
- Better portability (53/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5030 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Better camera (90/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 47/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M6 Plus vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 39 points higher (88/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (90/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (90/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 Plus is a bit better (53/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M6 Plus | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 AE | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5030 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 205 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Poco M6 Plus
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco M6 Plus
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M6 Plus
- 5030 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Poco M6 Plus
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (81/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (90/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus (90/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 Plus is a bit better (53/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M6 Plus or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Plus by 39 points (88/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M6 Plus and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Poco M6 Plus has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M6 Plus or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Poco M6 Plus over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
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.