Xiaomi Poco X 8 Pro Max 512GB vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra 512GB: which one suits you?

The two differ in 9 of the specs we have recorded, and the Xiaomi Poco X 8 Pro Max 512GB is cheaper by SAR 537 (prices checked 3 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 537
  • Bigger battery for a longer day (8,500 mAh vs 6,000 mAh)
  • More memory for multitasking (16 GB vs 12 GB)
  • Higher front camera: 50 MP vs 20 MP
  • Higher warranty: 2 years vs 1 years

The deciding difference here: memory (RAM) and battery capacity and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Memory (RAM)

    12 GB✓ 16 GB
  • Screen size

    6.77 in6.85 in
  • Resolution

    1280 x 27722608 x 1200

Specifications side by side

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Spec
XiaomiSAR 3,685
Xiaomi Poco X 8 Pro Max 512GB specs
XiaomiSAR 4,222
Xiaomi 17 Ultra 512GB specs
Reference priceSAR 3,685SAR 4,222
Memory (RAM)12 GB✓ 16 GB
Processor—Snapdragon 8 Elite
Battery capacity✓ 8,500 mAh6,000 mAh
Wired charging—90 W
Storage512 GB512 GB
Main camera50 MP50 MP
5GYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in storage between the Xiaomi Poco X 8 Pro Max 512GB and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra 512GB?

No difference here: storage is 512 GB on both.

What is the difference in main camera between the Xiaomi Poco X 8 Pro Max 512GB and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra 512GB?

No difference here: main camera is 50 MP on both.

What is the difference in battery capacity between the Xiaomi Poco X 8 Pro Max 512GB and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra 512GB?

Battery capacity is higher on the Xiaomi Poco X 8 Pro Max 512GB: 8,500 mAh vs 6,000 mAh on the Xiaomi 17 Ultra 512GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in memory (RAM) between the Xiaomi Poco X 8 Pro Max 512GB and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra 512GB?

Memory (RAM) is higher on the Xiaomi 17 Ultra 512GB: 16 GB vs 12 GB on the Xiaomi Poco X 8 Pro Max 512GB. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.