Poco X8 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $469 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 82/100 vs 62/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 2,629,444).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 218g vs 226g
- Cheaper: $469 vs $999
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 72/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (27/100 vs 17/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 2629444
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3228
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9553
- Higher performance (87/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 20 points higher (82/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 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 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (87/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (93/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 72/100). In the "design" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (27/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (78/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 226 g | |
| Price | $469 | $999 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 26.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $530. Poco X8 Pro Max is cheaper by $530.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (87/100 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (93/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 72/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (27/100 vs 17/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (78/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max by 20 points (82/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (87/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.