Xiaomi 17 Max vs ZTE Blade V80 Pro
The Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Blade V80 Pro (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7280. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 48/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 108 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro doesn't; the ZTE Blade V80 Pro is noticeably lighter (195g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17 Max
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 22W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Better camera (90/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 60/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V80 Pro better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 219g
- Better portability (65/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Max vs the ZTE Blade V80 Pro, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 40 points higher (88/100 vs 48/100). 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 43/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Pro (81/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Pro (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Pro (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (65/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 Max | ZTE Blade V80 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Unisoc T7280 | |
| AnTuTu | 3654776 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 900x1940 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 22W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 166.0×79.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 22W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
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display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Pro (81/100 vs 60/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Pro (90/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Pro (90/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (65/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the ZTE Blade V80 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Pro by 40 points (88/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Max and the ZTE Blade V80 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Max has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the ZTE Blade V80 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Max over the ZTE Blade V80 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.