Redmi Note 17 Pro Max vs Poco X8 Pro Max vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro Plus: Big battery, flagship chip or triple 50MP cameras, which one to pick
Follow UsRedmi Note 17 Pro Max offers a 10,000mAh battery, a 120Hz AMOLED display and a Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 chipset.
Motorola Edge 70 Pro Plus features triple 50MP rear cameras and a 144Hz curved AMOLED display.
Of the three devices, the Poco X8 Pro Max packs the most powerful Dimensity 9500s processor.
A budget of Rs 50,000 is considered apt to buy a smartphone in India that packs the right balance of specs, while compromising on some segments, which might not even matter to most users. In this price range, three smartphones, the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max, Motorola Edge 70 Pro Plus and Poco X8 Pro Max, are good options to start your next phone search. While the 17 Pro Max is a battery monster, the Moto offers the best camera hardware. Finally, the X8 Pro Max delivers the best performance in its price point.
SurveyIf you plan to buy any of these smartphones in the sub-Rs 50,000 price bracket, here is a comparison of these handsets.
Redmi Note 17 Pro Max vs Poco X8 Pro Max vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro Plus: Specifications compared
Display: Redmi Note 17 Pro Max gets a 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED 120Hz display with up to 3,500nits peak brightness. Motorola’s Edge 70 Pro Plus offers a 6.8-inch 1.5K 144Hz quad-curved AMOLED display with up to 5,200 nits peak brightness. The X8 Pro Max brings a 6.83-inch 1.5K AMOLED display with up to 120Hz refresh rate and 3,500nits peak brightness.
Performance and software: Under the hood, the Redmi device offers a 4nm Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 chipset. Motorola’s offering is powered by a Dimensity 8500 Extreme chip, and Poco X8 Pro Max sports the most powerful MediaTek Dimensity 9500s processor. While the Redmi and Poco offerings run on HyperOS 3 based on Android 16, the Edge 70 Pro Plus gets a near-stock Hello UI experience.
Battery: While Redmi’s latest number series device gets a 10,000mAh Si-Ca cell, the X8 Pro Max offers a 9,000mAh battery. Both devices support 100W wired and 27W reverse wired charging. The Moto’s offering gets a Si-Ca 6,500mAh battery with 90W wired, 15W wireless and 5W wired reverse charging. Redmi Note 17 Pro Max offers the best combo of battery and charging speeds.
Camera: Redmi Note 17 Pro Max offers a 50MP OIS + 8MP ultrawide rear sensors and a 32MP selfie shooter. The Edge 70 Pro Plus gets a 50MP OIS primary + 50MP ultrawide + 50MP OIS 3.5x telephoto rear and a 50MP selfie lens. The Poco X8 Pro Max packs a 50MP main + 8MP ultrawide rear optics and a 20MP front camera. If want a camera-focused smartphone, the Edge 70 Pro Plus is a no-brainer for the price.
Motorola Edge 70 Pro Plus vs Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 17 Pro Max: Price in India and verdict
Redmi Note 17 Pro Plus carries a starting price of Rs 49,999 (8GB + 256GB). In comparison, the Poco X8 Pro Max’s regular pricing is Rs 49,999 (12GB + 256GB). However, the device is currently listed for Rs 46,999 on Flipkart. Lastly, Motorola’s latest Edge 70 Pro Plus is the most economical choice of the three at a starting price of Rs 47,999 (12GB + 256GB).
As for the verdict, if you want the smartphone that delivers the best battery life in this segment with overall balanced other components, the Note 17 Pro Max can be a decent pick. For performance enthusiasts and gamers, the X8 Pro Max can be a great bargain after all the cashback and discounts. Finally, buyers who prioritise cameras and want balanced performance can choose the Edge 70 Pro Plus.
