Honor Power 2 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Max 5G: Which One Should You Buy?
These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Too close to call: 0 of 5 categories each
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.


Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedTie9595
- CameraTie8080
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatteryTie9595
- DisplayTie8989
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueTie8585
- Honor Power 2 5G has the bigger battery10,080 mAh vs 8,000 mAh
- Xiaomi 17 Max 5G has the bigger screen6.9" vs 6.79"
- Xiaomi 17 Max 5G has more RAM16 GB vs 12 GB
- Xiaomi 17 Max 5G has the faster chipSnapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 vs Dimensity 8500 Elite
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Honor Power 2 5G and Xiaomi 17 Max 5G are evenly matched
It's a close call. Pick the Honor Power 2 5G for its bigger battery (10,080 mAh vs 8,000 mAh), or the Xiaomi 17 Max 5G for its bigger screen (6.9" vs 6.79") and more RAM (16 GB vs 12 GB).
Larger battery: 10,080 mAh vs 8,000 mAh
More RAM: 16 GB vs 12 GB
Common questions
Which is better: Honor Power 2 5G or Xiaomi 17 Max 5G?
It's a close call. Pick the Honor Power 2 5G for its bigger battery (10,080 mAh vs 8,000 mAh), or the Xiaomi 17 Max 5G for its bigger screen (6.9" vs 6.79") and more RAM (16 GB vs 12 GB). BeastScore: Honor Power 2 5G 89.3/100, Xiaomi 17 Max 5G 89.3/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Honor Power 2 5G and Xiaomi 17 Max 5G?
Honor Power 2 5G has a 6.79-inch display and 10080 mAh battery. Xiaomi 17 Max 5G has a 6.9-inch display and 8000 mAh battery.
How do Honor Power 2 5G and Xiaomi 17 Max 5G compare for speed?
Honor Power 2 5G scores 95/100 for performance; Xiaomi 17 Max 5G scores 95/100.
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