Xiaomi 17 Max 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max: Which One Should You Buy?
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max edges ahead with a BeastScore of 90.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max wins 3 of 5 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.


Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedTie9595
- CameraXiaomi 17 Pro Max8091
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatteryXiaomi 17 Pro Max95100
- DisplayXiaomi 17 Pro Max8990
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueXiaomi 17 Max 5G8555
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Xiaomi 17 Pro Max wins — BeastScore 90.0/100
After comparing all the specs, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 90.0 vs top rival 89.3 and Significantly faster wired charging: 100W vs max 0W.
Larger battery capacity: 8,000 mAh (+500 mAh more)
Higher overall BeastScore: 90.0 vs top rival 89.3 · Significantly faster wired charging: 100W vs max 0W
Common questions
Which is better: Xiaomi 17 Max 5G or Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads with an overall BeastScore of 90.0/100 compared to Xiaomi 17 Max 5G (89.3/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 90.0 vs top rival 89.3 and Significantly faster wired charging: 100W vs max 0W.
What are the main battery and display differences between Xiaomi 17 Max 5G and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
Xiaomi 17 Max 5G has a 6.9-inch display and 8000 mAh battery. Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has a 6.9-inch display and 7500 mAh battery.
How do Xiaomi 17 Max 5G and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max compare for speed?
Xiaomi 17 Max 5G scores 95/100 for performance; Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 95/100.
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