Poco X8 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $350 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 63/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 1,977,887); the Poco X8 Pro is noticeably lighter (196g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $799
- Better display (83/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 1977887
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6405
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 25 points higher (88/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 60/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; 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 Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (90/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (57/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1977887 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Poco X8 Pro by 45.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $449. Poco X8 Pro was $449 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (97/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (90/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (90/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (57/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro by 25 points (88/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.