Poco X8 Pro vs Xiaomi 17
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $350 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 63/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 1,977,887).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro
Xiaomi 17
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $709
- Overall rating 63/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 1977887
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 6405
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Lighter: 191g vs 196g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 24 points higher (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 60/100, Xiaomi 17 — 88/100; 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 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (95/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (87/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1977887 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| 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 | 256GB / 512GB | |
| 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 | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Poco X8 Pro by 39.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $359. Poco X8 Pro was $359 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (95/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (81/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (87/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro by 24 points (87/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Xiaomi 17?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.