Poco X8 Pro Max vs Samsung Galaxy M17e
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Samsung Galaxy M17e (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $469 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 43/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 524,785); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M17e doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy M17e is noticeably lighter (199g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 199g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $140 vs $469
- Better portability (57/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Samsung Galaxy M17e, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 28 points higher (71/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100, Samsung Galaxy M17e — 64/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (84/100 vs 55/100). 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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Samsung Galaxy M17e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" PLS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 167.4×77.4×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $140 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6.7" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M17e
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Samsung Galaxy M17e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Samsung Galaxy M17e by 401.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $329. Samsung Galaxy M17e was $329 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (90/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (84/100 vs 55/100).
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 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e (77/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17e is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M17e by 28 points (71/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17e — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
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 Samsung Galaxy M17e?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Samsung Galaxy M17e?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Samsung Galaxy M17e is a better fit for everyday use.