Poco X8 Pro vs Redmi Note 17
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Redmi Note 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4; launch prices were $350 and $185. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 51/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6000); the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,982,033 vs 600,942); the Poco X8 Pro is noticeably lighter (196g vs 225g).
Poco X8 Pro
Redmi Note 17
- Higher AnTuTu: 1982033 vs 600942
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 2210
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Lighter: 196g vs 225g
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 41/100)
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $350
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 68/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Redmi Note 17, the Poco X8 Pro scores 13 points higher (64/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 68/100, Redmi Note 17 — 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 (76/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 is a bit better (75/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (57/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Redmi Note 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1982033 | 600942 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 930 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 2210 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 7.0" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1080x2396 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 169.7×79.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $185 |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 17
- 7.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2396
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 17
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Redmi Note 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Redmi Note 17 by 229.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $165. Redmi Note 17 was $165 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (76/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 is a bit better (75/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (57/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi Note 17?
The Poco X8 Pro is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 17 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi Note 17?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Redmi Note 17 — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi Note 17?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi Note 17?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Redmi Note 17?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Redmi Note 17 is a better fit for those who care about battery life.