Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 6 Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 60/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9210 mAh vs 8500); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,032,039 vs 1,007,140).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 1007140
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1099
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 3481
- Lighter: 218g vs 230g
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 59/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Redmi Note 17 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9210 vs 8500 mAh
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 77/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 11 points higher (71/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (90/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (80/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (46/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi Note 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3032039 | 1007140 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 1099 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 3481 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 9210 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69K | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.5×78.3×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
- 9210 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi Note 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 17 Pro Max by 201.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (90/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (80/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (46/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max — 60/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is a better fit for those who care about battery life.