Honor GT Pro vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Honor GT Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $485 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor GT Pro leads — 83/100 vs 71/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7200); the Honor GT Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,280,245 vs 2,604,459).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor GT Pro
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Honor GT Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3280245 vs 2604459
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 212g vs 218g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $485
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor GT Pro vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Honor GT Pro scores 12 points higher (83/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor GT Pro leads (81/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Honor GT Pro — 88/100, 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 Honor GT Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Honor GT Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor GT Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor GT Pro | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3280245 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2800 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7200 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.7×8.6 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $485 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Honor GT Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Honor GT Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor GT Pro
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Honor GT Pro and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Honor GT Pro leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 25.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $16. Poco X8 Pro Max was $16 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Honor GT Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Honor GT Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor GT Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (81/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 70/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor GT Pro or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Honor GT Pro is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Honor GT Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Honor GT Pro has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor GT Pro or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Honor GT Pro leads on camera score (81/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Honor GT Pro over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Honor GT 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.