Two "Max" phones from Xiaomi with giant batteries. But for a moderate extra cost the POCO gives you a completely different level of performance.
Short answer
POCO X8 Pro Max - the flagship Dimensity 9500s, 12 GB of RAM, Wi-Fi 7, lighter (218 g). Redmi Note 17 Pro Max - a 10,000 mAh battery, IP69K, a 32 MP front camera and cheaper.
Key differences
| Spec | POCO X8 Pro Max | Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 |
| Display | 6.83", AMOLED, 1280×2772, 120 Hz | 6.83", AMOLED, 1280×2772, 120 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 12/256 GB, 12/512 GB | 8/128 GB, 8/256 GB, 8/512 GB, 12/256 GB |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP + 8 MP | 50 MP + 8 MP |
| Front | 20 MP | 32 MP |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 10000 mAh |
| Charging | 100 W | 100 W |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 / IP68 / IP69 / IP69K |
| Thickness / weight | 8.2 mm / 218 g | 8.65 mm / 229.5 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Performance
MediaTek Dimensity 9500s and Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 5. The difference is like between a flagship and a mid-ranger.
Battery
10,000 vs 8500 mAh, both at 100 W.
Protection
Redmi - up to IP69K, POCO - IP68.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Gaming and power - POCO X8 Pro Max.
- Battery and protection - Redmi Note 17 Pro Max.
FAQ
What battery does the POCO X8 Pro Max have?
8500 mAh.
Which is more powerful?
The POCO X8 Pro Max.
Which is cheaper?
The Redmi Note 17 Pro Max.