Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 17
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi Note 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4; launch prices were $469 and $185. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 50/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 8000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 593,849).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi Note 17
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 593849
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 952
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2328
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 8000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Lighter: 218g vs 225g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 48/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi Note 17 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $469
- Overall rating 50/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 17, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 21 points higher (71/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Redmi Note 17 — 64/100; 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 (91/100 vs 48/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (46/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi Note 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 593849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 952 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2328 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.0" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2396 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 169.7×79.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $185 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 17
- 7.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2396
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 17
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi Note 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 17 by 338.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $284. Redmi Note 17 was $284 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (91/100 vs 48/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (46/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 17?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 by 21 points (71/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 17?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi Note 17 — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 17?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 17?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 48/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 17?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.