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; estimated prices are $469 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 25/100 (a 37-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 (2,629,444 vs 358,383); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 17C doesn't.
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi 17C
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 358383
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 40/100)
- Lighter: 206g vs 218g
- Cheaper: $100 vs $469
- Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 78/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi 17C, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 37 points higher (62/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C leads (100/100 vs 78/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (77/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (42/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (100/100 vs 78/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi 17C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 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 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | 206 g | |
| Price | $469 | $100 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
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
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi 17C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi 17C by 633.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $369. Redmi 17C is cheaper by $369.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (32/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (77/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (42/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (100/100 vs 78/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 17C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C by 37 points (62/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi 17C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Redmi 17C — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 17C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 17C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi 17C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.