Poco X8 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 17
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $469 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 71/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7000); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 3,032,039); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Xiaomi 17
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $709
- Overall rating 71/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 3032039
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 8932
- Lighter: 191g vs 218g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 16 points higher (87/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 77/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Xiaomi 17 — 88/100; 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 is a bit better (95/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (87/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (63/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3032039 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| 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 | 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 10.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $240. Poco X8 Pro Max was $240 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (95/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (81/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (87/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (63/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 17?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.