Poco X6 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Poco X6 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $299 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 60/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 1,525,486); the Poco X6 Pro is noticeably lighter (186g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X6 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Poco X6 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 186g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $999
- Better display (83/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 1525486
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1239
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4265
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 67/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X6 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 28 points higher (88/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Poco X6 Pro — 58/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (98/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X6 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X6 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (64/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X6 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1525486 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1239 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4265 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $299 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Poco X6 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco X6 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 X6 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- 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 X6 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Poco X6 Pro by 61.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $700. Poco X6 Pro was $700 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (98/100 vs 67/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X6 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 significantly outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (87/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X6 Pro (89/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X6 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (64/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X6 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro 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 Pro Max?
The Poco X6 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X6 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X6 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Poco X6 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Poco X6 Pro is a better fit for active users. 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.