Poco X8 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $350 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 90/100 vs 64/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 1,982,033); the Poco X8 Pro is noticeably lighter (196g vs 219g).
Poco X8 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Lighter: 196g vs 219g
- Cheaper: $350 vs $999
- Better portability (57/100 vs 48/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 1982033
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1553
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 6403
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 2160Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 83/100)
- Better value for money (92/100 vs 68/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 26 points higher (90/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (98/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (92/100 vs 68/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1982033 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 2160 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 219 g | |
| Price | $350 | $999 |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Poco X8 Pro by 50.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $649. Poco X8 Pro is cheaper by $649.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (98/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (89/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (92/100 vs 68/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro by 26 points (90/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.