Apple iPhone 16e vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 16e (2025) runs on the Apple A18, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $599 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 56/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 3279); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,972,476); the Apple iPhone 16e is noticeably lighter (167g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16e
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 16e better?
- Lighter: 167g vs 218g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1972476
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 3254
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 8070
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 3279 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $599
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 85/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 16e vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 15 points higher (71/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 16e — 26/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (84/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (77/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (80/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 16e | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A18 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1972476 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3254 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8070 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2532x1170 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3279 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 18 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2532x1170
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16e
- 3279 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 16e and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone 16e by 24.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $130. Poco X8 Pro Max was $130 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (84/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 16e (77/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 16e significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (80/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 16e — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16e and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16e has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16e or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 85/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16e over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 16e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.