Xiaomi 17 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 17T
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $999 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 72/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6500); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 2,173,332); the Xiaomi 17T is noticeably lighter (185g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
Xiaomi 17T
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 2173332
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6405
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $999
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 17T, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 16 points higher (88/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 86/100, Xiaomi 17T — 68/100; 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 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (98/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (89/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (74/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | Xiaomi 17T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 3998145 | 2173332 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 159 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 219 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $449 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17T
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17T
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and Xiaomi 17T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 17T by 84.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $550. Xiaomi 17T was $550 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (98/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (87/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (89/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (74/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 17T — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17T?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Xiaomi 17T — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 17T?
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. The Xiaomi 17T is a better fit for active users.