Sharp Aquos R8s Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Sharp Aquos R8s Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 58/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 47 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 1,757,044); the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro is noticeably lighter (203g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sharp Aquos R8s Pro
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Sharp Aquos R8s Pro better?
- Lighter: 203g vs 219g
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 47MP
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 30 points higher (88/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro (98/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro (87/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sharp Aquos R8s Pro | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1757044 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" LTPO IGZO OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2730 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 47 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.0×77.0×9.3 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Sharp Aquos R8s Pro
- Main: 47MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Sharp Aquos R8s Pro
- 6.6" LTPO IGZO OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2730
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Sharp Aquos R8s Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- 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 Sharp Aquos R8s Pro and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Sharp Aquos R8s Pro by 56.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Sharp Aquos R8s Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro (98/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro (87/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro (89/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro by 30 points (88/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Sharp Aquos R8s Pro has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Sharp Aquos R8s Pro is a better fit for active 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.