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POCO POCO M8 Power 5G vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G

Compare POCO POCO M8 Power 5G vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G side by side: Mediatek Dimensity 1080 vs Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 Mobile Platform, 50MP vs 50MP…

POCO POCO M8 Power 5G official product image

Poco

POCO M8 Power 5G

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1categories won

Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G official product image

Xiaomi

Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G

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9categories won

4 categories tied · 14 scored in total · add a third phone

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MxMob Algorithmic Verdict

Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G takes the overall win

Overall Pick

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G proves superior overall against the POCO POCO M8 Power 5G, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G. Choose the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the POCO M8 Power 5G if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.

🔋 BatteryRedmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G

Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G takes battery honors offering 10,000 mAh alongside 100W charging.

🎮 GamingRedmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G

Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G provides greater sustained gaming output with its Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 Mobile Platform and 12GB RAM.

📸 CameraRedmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G

Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G takes photography with 50MP optics.

🏷️ ValueTie

Official launch pricing varies across international retail regions.

Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.

POCO M8 Power 5G vs Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G: specifications compared

Display

Display comparison between the POCO POCO M8 Power 5G, Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
SpecificationPOCO M8 Power 5GRedmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Screen size
6.67"
6.83"
Resolution
1080 x 2400
1280 x 2772Winner
Pixel density
395 ppi
447 ppiWinner
Refresh rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
Peak brightness
550 nits
3500 nitsWinner

Performance

Performance comparison between the POCO POCO M8 Power 5G, Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
SpecificationPOCO M8 Power 5GRedmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 1080
Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 Mobile Platform
Process node
6 nm
4 nmWinner
Maximum RAM
8 GB
12 GBWinner
Maximum storage
256GB
512GBWinner

Camera

Camera comparison between the POCO POCO M8 Power 5G, Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
SpecificationPOCO M8 Power 5GRedmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Main sensor
50 MP
50 MP
Rear cameras
2
2
Ultrawide
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8 MP
Selfie camera
8 MP
32 MPWinner
Max video
1080p@30fps
4K at 30 fps

Battery and charging

Battery and charging comparison between the POCO POCO M8 Power 5G, Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
SpecificationPOCO M8 Power 5GRedmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Capacity
8,000 mAh
10,000 mAhWinner
Wired charging
45 W
100 WWinner
Wireless charging
No
No

Design

Design comparison between the POCO POCO M8 Power 5G, Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
SpecificationPOCO M8 Power 5GRedmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Weight
225 gWinner
229.5 g
Thickness
8.45 mm
8.65 mm
Water resistance
IP65
IP66/IP68/IP69/IP69K
Build
Plastic frame, plastic back
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Software and support

Software and support comparison between the POCO POCO M8 Power 5G, Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
SpecificationPOCO M8 Power 5GRedmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Operating system
Android 13
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Connectivity and value

Connectivity and value comparison between the POCO POCO M8 Power 5G, Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
SpecificationPOCO M8 Power 5GRedmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
5G
Yes
Yes
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6
Wi-Fi 6
Storage expansion
microSD
None
3.5mm jack
No
No

POCO POCO M8 Power 5G

The POCO M8 Power 5G is a marathon-running budget smartphone defined by its colossal 8000mAh battery and 22.5W reverse-charging capabilities. While it excels for off-grid users needing multi-day endurance, its reliance on an aging Android 13 OS, LCD screen, and basic 1080p video recording limit its broader appeal.

Display
6.67"
Chipset
Mediatek Dimensity 1080
Main camera
50MP
Battery
8,000mAh
Full POCO M8 Power 5G specifications →

Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G is a highly durable mid-range smartphone defined by its colossal 10,000 mAh battery and IP69K rating. It suits power users and outdoor workers who prioritize multi-day endurance and ruggedness over flagship camera zoom or top-tier gaming performance.

Display
6.83"
Chipset
Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 Mobile Platform
Main camera
50MP
Battery
10,000mAh
Full Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G specifications →

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