Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs Poco F8 Pro
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Poco F8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1299 and $529. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads — 80/100 vs 79/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Pro has the bigger battery (6210 mAh vs 5567); the main camera is 48 MP vs 200 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,551,073 vs 3,024,818); the Poco F8 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
Poco F8 Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3551073 vs 3024818
- Better Geekbench Single: 4612 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11819 vs 9287
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 70/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Poco F8 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6210 vs 5567 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 249g
- Cheaper at launch: $529 vs $1299
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs the Poco F8 Pro, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max scores 1 points higher (80/100 vs 79/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max — 70/100, Poco F8 Pro — 78/100; 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 Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (71/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (68/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (60/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max | Poco F8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3551073 | 3024818 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4612 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11819 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2868 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5567 mAh | 6210 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.0×8.8 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 249 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $1299 | $529 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Poco F8 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2868
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco F8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max
- 5567 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Poco F8 Pro
- 6210 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:55 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and Poco F8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads Poco F8 Pro by 17.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $770. Poco F8 Pro was $770 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a bit better (97/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (71/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max are nearly equal (68/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (60/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Poco F8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max edges out the Poco F8 Pro by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max and the Poco F8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Poco F8 Pro — 79/100.
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max or the Poco F8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max over the Poco F8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Poco F8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.