Apple iPhone SE 2022 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 (2022) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $429 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 51/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 2018); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 1,418,085); the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is noticeably lighter (144g vs 218g).
Apple iPhone SE 2022
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Lighter: 144g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $469
- Better camera (42/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 1418085
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 2303
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 5725
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 2018 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone SE 2022 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 20 points higher (71/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Apple iPhone SE 2022 — 36/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (90/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (77/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (100/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone SE 2022 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1418085 | 2629444 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2303 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5725 | 9553 | |
| Display | 4.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2018 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 100 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 7 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 144 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $469 |
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 7MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 4.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 2018 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Apple iPhone SE 2022 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 46.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $40. Apple iPhone SE 2022 was $40 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (90/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (77/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (100/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 20 points (71/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone SE 2022 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 leads on camera score (42/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone SE 2022 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a better fit for active users. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.