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; estimated prices are $350 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 64/100 (a 24-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 1,982,033); the Poco X8 Pro is noticeably lighter (196g vs 219g).
Poco X8 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Lighter: 196g vs 219g
- Cheaper: $350 vs $799
- Better display (83/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 1982033
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1553
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 6403
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
- 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 68/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 68/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 24 points higher (88/100 vs 64/100). 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 68/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (88/100 vs 68/100). 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 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (90/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (57/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (88/100 vs 68/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1982033 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 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 | |
| Price | $350 | $799 |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
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
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Poco X8 Pro by 45.8% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $449. Poco X8 Pro is cheaper by $449.
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 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (90/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (57/100 vs 40/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (88/100 vs 68/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro by 24 points (88/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, 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.