Redmi K70 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Redmi K70 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $465 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 72/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 2,486,114).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K70 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Redmi K70 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 209g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $465 vs $999
- Better display (90/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 2486114
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K70 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 16 points higher (88/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Redmi K70 Pro — 68/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 86/100; 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 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Pro (98/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K70 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Pro (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Pro (89/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K70 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K70 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2486114 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.9×75.0×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $465 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K70 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K70 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K70 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K70 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Redmi K70 Pro by 37.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $534. Redmi K70 Pro was $534 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Pro (98/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K70 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Pro (87/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Pro (89/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K70 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (51/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K70 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Redmi K70 Pro — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K70 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Redmi K70 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K70 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K70 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K70 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Redmi K70 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power 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.