Redmi Note 8T vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Redmi Note 8T (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $200 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 28/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 329,457); the Redmi Note 8T is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 8T
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Redmi Note 8T better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $799
- Better portability (59/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 329457
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 321
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1128
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 24/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 8T vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 60 points higher (88/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 24/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 25/100). Value score: Redmi Note 8T — 16/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; 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 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (97/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (90/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 8T notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (59/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 8T | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 329457 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 321 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1128 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.1×75.4×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 190 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 8T
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 8T
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 8T
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 8T and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Redmi Note 8T by 91.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $599. Redmi Note 8T was $599 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (97/100 vs 24/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (81/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (90/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (90/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 8T notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (59/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 8T or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T by 60 points (88/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 8T and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Redmi Note 8T has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 8T or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 8T or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 8T over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
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.