Pixel 8 Pro vs Xiaomi 17T 5G: Which One Should You Buy?
Pixel 8 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.6/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Pixel 8 Pro
Xiaomi 17T 5G
Pixel 8 Pro wins 5 of 6 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsPixel 8 Pro8280
- Camerafrom specsPixel 8 Pro9332
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieXiaomi 17T 5G4060
- BatteryPixel 8 Pro8666
- Displayfrom specsPixel 8 Pro9285
- ConnectivityPixel 8 Pro9075
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- Xiaomi 17T 5G has the bigger battery6,500 mAh vs 5,050 mAh
- Pixel 8 Pro has the bigger screen6.7" vs 6.59"
- Xiaomi 17T 5G is lighter200 g vs 213 g
- Xiaomi 17T 5G has a sharper selfie camera16 MP vs 10.5 MP
- Xiaomi 17T 5G has newer Bluetooth6 vs 5.3
- Pixel 8 Pro has the faster chipGoogle Tensor G3 vs Dimensity 8500 Ultra
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Pixel 8 Pro wins — BeastScore 85.6/100
The Pixel 8 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger screen (6.7" vs 6.59") and faster chip (Google Tensor G3 vs Dimensity 8500 Ultra). The Xiaomi 17T 5G is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (6,500 mAh vs 5,050 mAh).
Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)
Larger battery: 6,500 mAh vs 5,050 mAh · Lighter: 200 g vs 213 g (13 g less)
Common questions
Which is better: Pixel 8 Pro or Xiaomi 17T 5G?
The Pixel 8 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger screen (6.7" vs 6.59") and faster chip (Google Tensor G3 vs Dimensity 8500 Ultra). The Xiaomi 17T 5G is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (6,500 mAh vs 5,050 mAh). BeastScore: Pixel 8 Pro 85.6/100, Xiaomi 17T 5G 86.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Pixel 8 Pro and Xiaomi 17T 5G?
Pixel 8 Pro has a 6.7-inch display and 5050 mAh battery. Xiaomi 17T 5G has a 6.59-inch display and 6500 mAh battery.
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