Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G: Which One Should You Buy?

Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 89.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Xiaomi

Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G

Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
87/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Xiaomi

Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G

Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G
89/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G wins 0 of 3 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
0 wins
Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G
Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G
0 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedBatteryDisplay
Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5GXiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsTie
    64
    64
  • CameraNot enough data
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • Batteryfrom specsTie
    100
    100
  • Displayfrom specsTie
    88
    88
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G has the bigger battery10,000 mAh vs 8,340 mAh
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G
  • ✓Bigger 10,000 mAh battery (+1,660 mAh)
  • ✓6.83" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.83" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationXiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5GXiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeAMOLEDNot listed
Screen Size6.83"6.83"
Resolution & DensityFHD+ / LTPO AMOLED N/A
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/AN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorSnapdragon 6 Gen 5 Snapdragon 6s Gen 4
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedNot listed
Operating SystemAndroid Android 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage512 GB512 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Cameraundefined MP, Triple Camera System50 MP, 50MP Main (OIS) + 50MP Ultra-wide + Telephoto
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/AN/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lensundefined MP32 MP
7. Body & Dimensions
DimensionsN/AN/A
WeightN/AN/A
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedNot listed
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity10,000 mAh8,340 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingFast chargingN/A
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedNot listed
BluetoothNot listedNot listed
USB Port & SpeedNot listedNot listed
NFCYesYes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G wins — BeastScore 89.0/100

After comparing all the specs, Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 89.0 vs top rival 86.6 and Higher resolution main sensor: 50 MP vs max 0 MP.

Buy Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G if you want

Larger battery capacity: 10,000 mAh (+1,660 mAh more)

Buy Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 89.0 vs top rival 86.6 · Higher resolution main sensor: 50 MP vs max 0 MP

Common questions

Which is better: Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G or Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G?

Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 89.0/100 compared to Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G (86.6/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 89.0 vs top rival 86.6 and Higher resolution main sensor: 50 MP vs max 0 MP.

What are the main battery and display differences between Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G and Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G?

Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro Max 5G has a 6.83-inch display and 10000 mAh battery. Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G has a 6.83-inch display and 8340 mAh battery.

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