Xiaomi 17 Max vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $799 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 82/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 3,182,664).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17 Max
Xiaomi 17T Pro
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 3182664
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 7000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $899
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 93/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 87/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 205g vs 219g
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Max vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 6 points higher (88/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100, 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 17 Max and the Xiaomi 17T Pro are nearly equal (97/100 vs 93/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (90/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Xiaomi 17T Pro are nearly equal (90/100 vs 87/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 Max | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3654776 | 3182664 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Weight | 219 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
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 Xiaomi 17 Max and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Xiaomi 17T Pro by 14.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Xiaomi 17 Max was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Xiaomi 17T Pro are nearly equal (97/100 vs 93/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (90/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Xiaomi 17T Pro are nearly equal (90/100 vs 87/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Max edges out the Xiaomi 17T Pro by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Max has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Max over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
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. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.