Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi 17C
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra; launch prices were $469 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 32/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 358,608); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi 17C
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi 17C better?
- Lighter: 206g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $469
- Better portability (53/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi 17C, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 39 points higher (71/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Redmi 17C — 52/100; 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 Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi 17C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $100 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi 17C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi 17C by 626.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $369. Redmi 17C was $369 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (91/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 17C is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 17C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 39 points (71/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi 17C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi 17C — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 17C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 17C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi 17C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.