Poco X8 Pro vs Xiaomi 17T Pro

The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $350 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 64/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,207,005 vs 1,982,033).

The Xiaomi 17T Pro is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro
Performance 76
Display 83
Camera 37
Battery 68
Portability 57
Value for money 68
Xiaomi 17T Pro
Performance 93
Display 94
Camera 63
Battery 87
Portability 54
Value for money 76
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
  • Lighter: 196g vs 205g
  • Cheaper: $350 vs $899

  • Better portability (57/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3207005 vs 1982033
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1553
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 6403
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Higher performance (93/100 vs 76/100)
  • Better camera (63/100 vs 37/100)
  • Longer battery life (87/100 vs 68/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
  • Better value for money (76/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 18 points higher (82/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (93/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (93/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (63/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (87/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17T Pro are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 68/100).

Poco X8 Pro: The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.
Xiaomi 17T Pro: The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco X8 Pro Xiaomi 17T Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 1982033 3207005
Geekbench Single 1553 3228
Geekbench Multi 6403 9553
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2712x1220 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 100W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 16 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm
Weight 196 g 205 g
Price $350 $899
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Xiaomi 17T Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
63
camera
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
83
display
Xiaomi 17T Pro
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
68
battery
Xiaomi 17T Pro
  • 7000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
87
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco X8 Pro and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco X8 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra
64/100
1982033 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17T Pro MediaTek Dimensity 9500
82/100 +38.2%
3207005 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Poco X8 Pro by 38.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco X8 Pro
$350
Xiaomi 17T Pro
$899

Price difference: $549. Poco X8 Pro is cheaper by $549.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (93/100 vs 76/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (63/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (87/100 vs 68/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17T Pro are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 68/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Xiaomi 17T Pro is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro — the overall rating gap is 18 points.

What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 76/100).

Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?

The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.