Xiaomi 17 Max vs Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro
The Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855; launch prices were $799 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 46/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 48 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 824,513); the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro is noticeably lighter (191g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17 Max
Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 24/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro better?
- Lighter: 191g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $799
- Better portability (56/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Max vs the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 42 points higher (88/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 24/100). Value score: Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100, Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro — 20/100; 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 Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (97/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (81/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (90/100 vs 24/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (56/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 Max | Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 3654776 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 156.7×74.3×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $400 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 17 Max and Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro by 343.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $399. Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro was $399 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (97/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (81/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (90/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro (90/100 vs 24/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (56/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro by 42 points (88/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Max has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the Xiaomi Mi 9T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Max over the Xiaomi Mi 9T 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.