Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max
4category wins
Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
2category wins
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max
Faster chip
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max
Bigger battery
Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max
Lighter body
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max
Best value for money
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.83 | 6.83 |
| Panel Type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution Height | 2772 | 2772 |
| Resolution Width | 1280 | 1280 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 | 120 |
| Peak Brightness | 3500 | 3500 |
| PPI | 446 | 447 |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass 7i | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| Screen-to-body | 90 | 89.5 |
Platform
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.73 GHz Cortex-X925 & 3x3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A720) | Octa-core (4x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Immortalis-G925 MC11 | Adreno 812 |
| Chipset Name | Dimensity 9500s | Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 |
| Process (nm) | 3 | 4 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| UI Skin | HyperOS 3 | HyperOS 3 |
| OS Version | 16 | 16 |
Benchmarks
Geekbench (Single-Core)
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max +148%Geekbench (Multi-Core)
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max +157%AnTuTu
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max +200%| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench (Single-Core) | 2,725 | 1,099 |
| Geekbench (Multi-Core) | 8,932 | 3,481 |
| AnTuTu | 3,032,039 | 1,012,134 |
Memory
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | No |
| Other | — | UFS 2.2 - 128GB only UFS 4.1 |
| Variants | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 960fps slow-motion | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS, OIS |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Count | 2 | 2 |
| ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) | 8 MP, f/2.2, 15mm, (ultrawide) |
| Wide | 50 MP, f/1.5, (wide) | 50 MP, f/1.5, 26mm, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30/60fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS |
| Features | HDR | HDR, panorama |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 20 MP, f/2.2, (wide) | 32 MP, f/2.2, 22mm, (wide) |
Battery
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 8500 | 9210 |
| Chemistry | Li-Po | Si/C Li-Ion |
| Wired Charging (W) | 100 | 100 |
Body
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Build | — | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), plastic back, plastic frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time) |
| Height (mm) | 162.9 | 163.4 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.2 | 8.6 |
| Other | — | IP68/IP69K dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) - ROW IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) - EU only Manufacturer-rated water-resistance (up to 2m for 72 hours) Drop resistant up to 3m |
| Weight (g) | 218 | 229.5 |
| Width (mm) | 77.9 | 78.3 |
Launch
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2026, March | 2026, August 27 |
| Status | Available. Released 2026, March | Available. Released 2026, August 28 |
Network
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | — | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | — | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 - International |
| 4G Bands | — | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66 - International |
| 5G Bands | — | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA - International |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Other | — | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 41, 78 SA/NSA - India |
Connectivity
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 6 | 6 |
| infrared port | — | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, QZSS, BDS (B1I+B1c) |
| Radio | — | No |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6 |
Sound
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | No | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers (with Dolby Atmos) |
| Other | — | 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res & Hi-Res wireless audio |
Features
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, IR blaster | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass, proximity |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max and Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max is 14% cheaper at 121,000 DZD versus 141,000 DZD for the Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max, leaving room for accessories or a longer screen-protection plan.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max packs a 9210 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max posts a stronger benchmark score, useful for heavier games and multitasking on Algerian carriers' busier 4G networks.
Above 100,000 DZD you are paying for the chipset, camera tuning, and long-term software support, so weigh those against price.
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