Poco X8 Pro Max vs Tecno Camon 17 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Camon 17 Pro (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 46/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 535,127); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Camon 17 Pro doesn't; the Tecno Camon 17 Pro is noticeably lighter (201g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Tecno Camon 17 Pro
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Tecno Camon 17 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 201g vs 218g
- Better camera (51/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Tecno Camon 17 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 25 points higher (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 17 Pro leads (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Camon 17 Pro (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Camon 17 Pro (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 17 Pro is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Camon 17 Pro (77/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 17 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (47/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Tecno Camon 17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G95 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 535127 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 672 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1908 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 48 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, HIOS 7.6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 168.9×77.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Camon 17 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 48MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Camon 17 Pro
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Camon 17 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Tecno Camon 17 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Tecno Camon 17 Pro by 386.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Camon 17 Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Camon 17 Pro (91/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Camon 17 Pro (84/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 17 Pro is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Camon 17 Pro (77/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 17 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (47/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Camon 17 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Camon 17 Pro by 25 points (71/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Camon 17 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Tecno Camon 17 Pro — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Camon 17 Pro?
The Tecno Camon 17 Pro leads on camera score (51/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Camon 17 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Tecno Camon 17 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.