Apple iPhone Fold vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone Fold (2026) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone Fold leads — 77/100 vs 71/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 2,538,751).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Fold
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Apple iPhone Fold better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3970 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10558 vs 10243
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 2538751
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Fold vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Apple iPhone Fold scores 6 points higher (77/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Fold leads (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Fold and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone Fold are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Fold notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (53/100 vs 37/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Fold | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3970 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10558 | 10243 | |
| Display | 7.8" Foldable LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1920x2713 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | — | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 4 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $469 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Fold
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 4MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1920x2713
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Fold
- —
- Wireless charging: no data
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone Fold and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone Fold by 2.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Apple iPhone Fold
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Fold and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Apple iPhone Fold are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Fold notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (53/100 vs 37/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Fold or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone Fold edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Fold and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone Fold has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Fold or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone Fold leads on camera score (53/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Fold over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone Fold 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.