Poco X8 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 17
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, 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 (3,248,535 vs 2,604,459); 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?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 10162
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $709
- Overall rating 71/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 2604459
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 3293
- Lighter: 191g vs 218g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 91/100)
- 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 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (95/100 vs 91/100). 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 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 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 19.8% 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 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (95/100 vs 91/100).
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).
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.