Poco X8 Pro vs Redmi Note 17 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Redmi Note 17 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4; launch prices were $350 and $230. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 56/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 Pro has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 6000); the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,980,009 vs 876,983); the Poco X8 Pro is noticeably lighter (196g vs 226g).
Poco X8 Pro
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 1980009 vs 876983
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 2892
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Lighter: 196g vs 226g
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 33/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 38/100)
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 6000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $350
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 83/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Redmi Note 17 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro scores 8 points higher (64/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 55/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 68/100, Redmi Note 17 Pro — 68/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (76/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi Note 17 Pro are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro is a bit better (73/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (57/100 vs 38/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Redmi Note 17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1980009 | 876983 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 1009 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 2892 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69K | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 163.5×78.3×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $230 |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 17 Pro
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Redmi Note 17 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Redmi Note 17 Pro by 125.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $120. Redmi Note 17 Pro was $120 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (76/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi Note 17 Pro are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro is a bit better (73/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro (57/100 vs 38/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro edges out the Redmi Note 17 Pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Redmi Note 17 Pro — 56/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Redmi Note 17 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Redmi Note 17 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.