Tecno Spark 20 Pro + vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Tecno Spark 20 Pro + (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate, 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 49/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Spark 20 Pro + is noticeably lighter (179g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Spark 20 Pro +
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Tecno Spark 20 Pro + better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 219g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1890
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 38/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Spark 20 Pro + vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 39 points higher (88/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20 Pro + (98/100 vs 38/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Tecno Spark 20 Pro + are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20 Pro + (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20 Pro + (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 20 Pro + notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (76/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Spark 20 Pro + | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 Ultimate | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2436 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.7×75.0×7.6 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Spark 20 Pro +
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Spark 20 Pro +
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Spark 20 Pro +
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Tecno Spark 20 Pro +
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20 Pro + (98/100 vs 38/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Tecno Spark 20 Pro + are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20 Pro + (87/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20 Pro + (89/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 20 Pro + notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (76/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Spark 20 Pro + or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20 Pro + by 39 points (88/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Spark 20 Pro + and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Tecno Spark 20 Pro + has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Spark 20 Pro + or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Spark 20 Pro + or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Spark 20 Pro + over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
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.