Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $1199 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 71/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4288); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,434,654 vs 3,032,039).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3434654 vs 3032039
- Better Geekbench Single: 4733 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12836 vs 8932
- Lighter: 211g vs 218g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (97/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4288 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $1199
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 47/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro scores 13 points higher (84/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads (97/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro — 78/100, 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 Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a bit better (97/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (97/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (77/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 3434654 | 3032039 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4733 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12836 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1206x2622 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4288 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 172 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1206x2622
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 4288 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 13.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $730. Poco X8 Pro Max was $730 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a bit better (97/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (97/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (77/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone 18 Pro are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads on camera score (97/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads on performance (97/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.