Redmi Note 17 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 6 Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 60/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9210 mAh vs 8000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 1,007,140).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Redmi Note 17 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 9210 vs 8000 mAh
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 1007140
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1099
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3481
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 219g vs 230g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (40/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 28 points higher (88/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (97/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (90/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 17 Pro Max | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1007140 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1099 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3481 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9210 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×78.3×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 230 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
- 9210 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 17 Pro Max and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Redmi Note 17 Pro Max by 72.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (97/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max (90/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (40/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max by 28 points (88/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.