Apple iPhone SE 2022 vs Poco X8 Pro
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 (2022) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $429 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 51/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 2018); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,982,033 vs 1,418,085); the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is noticeably lighter (144g vs 196g).
Apple iPhone SE 2022
Poco X8 Pro
- Better Geekbench Single: 2303 vs 1553
- Lighter: 144g vs 196g
- Better camera (42/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 57/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1982033 vs 1418085
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 5725
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 2018 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $429
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone SE 2022 vs the Poco X8 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro scores 13 points higher (64/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Apple iPhone SE 2022 — 36/100, Poco X8 Pro — 68/100; 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 and the Apple iPhone SE 2022 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (83/100 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 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (68/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (100/100 vs 57/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone SE 2022 | Poco X8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 1418085 | 1982033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2303 | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5725 | 6403 | |
| Display | 4.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2018 mAh | 6000 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 | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 144 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | $350 |
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 7MP
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 4.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 2018 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Apple iPhone SE 2022 and Poco X8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Apple iPhone SE 2022 by 28.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $79. Poco X8 Pro was $79 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Apple iPhone SE 2022 are nearly equal (76/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (83/100 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 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (68/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (100/100 vs 57/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone SE 2022 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone SE 2022 and the Poco X8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Poco X8 Pro — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 leads on camera score (42/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone SE 2022 over the Poco X8 Pro?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a better fit for active users. The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.