Poco X8 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $469 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 62/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7500); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 2,629,444).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7500 mAh
- Lighter: 218g vs 219g
- Cheaper: $469 vs $999
- Better design/ergonomics (27/100 vs 26/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 2629444
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3228
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9553
- Higher refresh rate: 2160Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 77/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 22 points higher (84/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (92/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 77/100). In the "design" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (27/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (78/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 2160 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 219 g | |
| Price | $469 | $999 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 34.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $530. Poco X8 Pro Max is cheaper by $530.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (92/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (87/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 77/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (27/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (78/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max by 22 points (84/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (92/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.