Xiaomi 17T counters the lower-priced Poco F8 Pro with a 50 MP periscope telephoto camera offering 5x optical zoom and a 6,500 mAh battery. Those two features give the Xiaomi model a clear appeal for users who prioritize travel photography and longer battery capacity.
The Poco F8 Pro has a 50 MP telephoto camera, but its optical zoom reaches 2.5x. Xiaomi 17T also carries a 12 MP ultrawide camera and a 32 MP front camera, compared with an 8 MP ultrawide and 20 MP front camera on Poco F8 Pro.
Camera flexibility is Xiaomi 17T’s strongest argument
The rear camera system on Xiaomi 17T consists of a 50 MP main camera, 50 MP periscope telephoto camera, and 12 MP ultrawide camera. Its 5x optical zoom gives it a longer reach than the Poco F8 Pro for distant subjects.
Poco F8 Pro features a 50 MP main camera, 50 MP telephoto camera, and 8 MP ultrawide camera. On paper, Xiaomi 17T provides broader flexibility for zoom photography, wide-angle shots, and selfies.
Battery capacity also favors Xiaomi 17T, which has a 6,500 mAh cell. Poco F8 Pro uses a 6,210 mAh battery, although it supports faster 100-watt charging versus 67-watt charging on Xiaomi 17T.
| Specification | Poco F8 Pro | Xiaomi 17T |
|---|---|---|
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Telephoto camera | 50 MP, 2.5x optical zoom | 50 MP periscope, 5x optical zoom |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP |
| Battery and charging | 6,210 mAh, 100 watts | 6,500 mAh, 67 watts |
Both phones offer 22.5-watt reverse charging for powering other devices. Poco F8 Pro is slightly thinner at 8 mm, while Xiaomi 17T measures about 8.2 mm thick and weighs about 200 grams.
Poco F8 Pro answers with price, storage, and flagship power
The Poco F8 Pro is sold in Indonesia in a single 12 GB RAM and 512 GB storage configuration priced at Rp 8.599.000. That makes it about Rp 400.000 cheaper than the Xiaomi 17T variant with 12 GB RAM and 256 GB storage, which costs Rp 8.999.000.
Xiaomi 17T is also available with 12 GB RAM and 512 GB storage, priced at Rp 9.999.000. The pricing gives Poco F8 Pro a notable advantage for buyers seeking large internal storage without moving to a higher price point.
| Model | RAM/Storage | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Poco F8 Pro | 12 GB/512 GB | Rp 8.599.000 |
| Xiaomi 17T | 12 GB/256 GB | Rp 8.999.000 |
| Xiaomi 17T | 12 GB/512 GB | Rp 9.999.000 |
Poco F8 Pro is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset built on a 3 nm process. Xiaomi 17T uses the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra built on a 4 nm process, a chipset positioned in the mid-range segment with an efficiency focus.
Both devices include 12 GB of LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage up to 512 GB. The chipset distinction is therefore the most significant separation for buyers who place processing power above camera versatility.
Shared features keep the contest close
Both models have a 6.59-inch display with a 120 Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of up to 3,500 nits. Poco F8 Pro uses a 2K AMOLED panel, while Xiaomi 17T uses an OLED panel with the same refresh rate.
They both run Android 16 with HyperOS 3 and support 5G, NFC, USB-C, IP68 protection, and stereo speakers. Poco F8 Pro suits users focused on flagship performance, 512 GB storage, and faster charging, while Xiaomi 17T offers a stronger camera package and a larger battery.