Poco X6 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Max

The Poco X6 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $238 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 60/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 1,520,690); the Poco X6 Pro is noticeably lighter (186g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X6 Pro by 28 points (88/100 vs 60/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X6 Pro
Performance 67
Display 83
Camera 43
Battery 53
Portability 64
Value for money 76
Xiaomi 17 Max
Performance 97
Display 81
Camera 90
Battery 90
Portability 40
Value for money
What makes Poco X6 Pro better?
  • Lighter: 186g vs 219g
  • Cheaper: $238 vs $799

  • Better display (83/100 vs 81/100)
  • Better portability (64/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 1520690
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1239
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4265
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP

  • Higher performance (97/100 vs 67/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 43/100)
  • Longer battery life (90/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco X6 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 28 points higher (88/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (97/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X6 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (90/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X6 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (64/100 vs 40/100).

Poco X6 Pro: The Poco X6 Pro is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
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.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco X6 Pro Xiaomi 17 Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 1520690 3654776
Geekbench Single 1239 3640
Geekbench Multi 4265 11033
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2712x1220 2608x1200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 67W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 64 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 16 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14 / HyperOS Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP54 IP68
Dimensions 160.5×74.3×8.3 mm
Weight 186 g 219 g
Price $238 $799
Camera comparison
Poco X6 Pro
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
43
camera
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera
Display comparison
Poco X6 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
83
display
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display
Battery and charging
Poco X6 Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
53
battery
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
90
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco X6 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco X6 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra
60/100
1520690 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
88/100 +58.4%
3654776 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Max leads Poco X6 Pro by 58.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco X6 Pro
$238
Xiaomi 17 Max
$799

Price difference: $561. Poco X6 Pro is cheaper by $561.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (97/100 vs 67/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Poco X6 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (90/100 vs 43/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (90/100 vs 53/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Poco X6 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (64/100 vs 40/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X6 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X6 Pro by 28 points (88/100 vs 60/100).

What is the rating of the Poco X6 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Poco X6 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco X6 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 43/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco X6 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 67/100).

Should you choose the Poco X6 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Poco X6 Pro is a better fit for active 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.