Poco X8 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $469 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 71/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 8000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 2,604,459).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 8000 mAh
- Lighter: 218g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $799
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 2604459
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 77/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 17 points higher (88/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 77/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; 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 Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 28.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $330. Poco X8 Pro Max was $330 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (90/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.