Poco X8 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $350 and $892. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 64/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 1,982,033); the Poco X8 Pro is noticeably lighter (196g vs 224g).
Poco X8 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 196g vs 224g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $892
- Better display (83/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 42/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1982033
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1553
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 6403
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 68/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 23 points higher (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 68/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (98/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (83/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (57/100 vs 42/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1982033 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $892 |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Poco X8 Pro by 49.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $542. Poco X8 Pro was $542 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (98/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (83/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (57/100 vs 42/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro by 23 points (87/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.