Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 17 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi Note 17 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4; launch prices were $469 and $230. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 56/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 Pro has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 8500); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 876,983).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi Note 17 Pro
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 876983
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2892
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Lighter: 218g vs 226g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 73/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Redmi Note 17 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 8500 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $469
- Overall rating 56/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 17 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 15 points higher (71/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 55/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Redmi Note 17 Pro — 66/100; 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 Note 17 Pro (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 17 Pro are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 17 Pro are nearly equal (77/100 vs 73/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (46/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi Note 17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 876983 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1009 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2892 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 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 | 163.5×78.3×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $230 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- 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
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi Note 17 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 17 Pro by 197.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $239. Redmi Note 17 Pro was $239 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 17 Pro are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 17 Pro are nearly equal (77/100 vs 73/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (46/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 17 Pro — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi Note 17 Pro — 56/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.