Tecno Pop 5X vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc, 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 28/100 (a 60-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pop 5X
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Tecno Pop 5X better?
- Lighter: 150g vs 219g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (90/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Pop 5X vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 60 points higher (88/100 vs 28/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (78/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pop 5X | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 150 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (81/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (90/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (90/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (78/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pop 5X or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 60 points (88/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pop 5X and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Tecno Pop 5X has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pop 5X or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pop 5X 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.