Poco X8 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $469 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 48/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 607,489); the Samsung Galaxy M17 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy M17
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 607489
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 960
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1826
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 67/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $469
- Better portability (69/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 23 points higher (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Samsung Galaxy M17 — 76/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy M17 (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (84/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy M17 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (69/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1826 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $130 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy M17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy M17 by 328.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $339. Samsung Galaxy M17 was $339 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (91/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (84/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy M17 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 (77/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (69/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17 by 23 points (71/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 48/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.