Redmi Note 8 vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Redmi Note 8 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $180 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 30/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,182,664 vs 329,457); the Xiaomi 17T Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 8 doesn't; the Redmi Note 8 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 8
Xiaomi 17T Pro
What makes Redmi Note 8 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $899
- Better portability (60/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3182664 vs 329457
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 321
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1128
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 24/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 8 vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 52 points higher (82/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (93/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (63/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 22/100). Value score: Redmi Note 8 — 26/100, Xiaomi 17T Pro — 76/100; 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 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (93/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (63/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (87/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 8 is a bit better (60/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 8 | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 329457 | 3182664 | |
| Geekbench Single | 321 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1128 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.3" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.3×75.3×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 8
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 8
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 8
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 8 and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Redmi Note 8 by 89.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $719. Redmi Note 8 was $719 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (93/100 vs 24/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (94/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (63/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (87/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 8 is a bit better (60/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 8 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8 by 52 points (82/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 8 and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Redmi Note 8 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 8 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 8 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 8 over the 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.