The POCO is cheaper and faster. The Xiaomi is about the cameras.
Short answer
POCO X8 Pro Max - Dimensity 9500s, 8500 mAh, 100 W, a 6.83" screen. Xiaomi 17T - three cameras (50 + 50 + 12 MP), a 32 MP front camera, more compact (6.59", 200 g).
Key differences
| Spec | POCO X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi 17T |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra |
| Display | 6.83", AMOLED, 1280×2772, 120 Hz | 6.59", AMOLED, 1268×2756, 120 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 12/256 GB, 12/512 GB | 12/256 GB, 12/512 GB |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP + 8 MP | 50 MP + 50 MP + 12 MP |
| Front | 20 MP | 32 MP |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6500 mAh |
| Charging | 100 W | 67 W |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 |
| Thickness / weight | 8.2 mm / 218 g | 8.17 mm / 200 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Chips
MediaTek Dimensity 9500s and MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra. The Dimensity 9500s is flagship-class.
Battery
8500 mAh and 100 W on the POCO vs 6500 mAh and 67 W on the Xiaomi.
Cameras
50 + 50 + 12 MP on the Xiaomi; the POCO has 50 + 8 MP.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Speed, battery, price - POCO X8 Pro Max.
- Cameras and compactness - Xiaomi 17T.
FAQ
Are both protected?
Yes, IP68.
How much does the POCO weigh?
218 g.
Which is cheaper?
The POCO X8 Pro Max.