Honor Magic8 Pro Air vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Honor Magic8 Pro Air (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor Magic8 Pro Air leads — 84/100 vs 62/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5500); the Honor Magic8 Pro Air is faster in AnTuTu (4,430,255 vs 2,629,444); the Honor Magic8 Pro Air is noticeably lighter (155g vs 218g).
Honor Magic8 Pro Air
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Higher AnTuTu: 4430255 vs 2629444
- Lighter: 155g vs 218g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 27/100)
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 67/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Honor Magic8 Pro Air vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Honor Magic8 Pro Air scores 22 points higher (84/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 Pro Air leads (89/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 Pro Air leads (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 67/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 Pro Air notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (89/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 Pro Air significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 67/100). In the "design" category, the Honor Magic8 Pro Air significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (100/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Honor Magic8 Pro Air (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Honor Magic8 Pro Air | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 4430255 | 2629444 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16, MagicOS 10 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×71.9×6.1 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 155 g | 218 g | |
| Price | — | $469 |
Honor Magic8 Pro Air
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Honor Magic8 Pro Air
- 6.3" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor Magic8 Pro Air
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Honor Magic8 Pro Air and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Honor Magic8 Pro Air leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 68.5% in our overall performance rating.
Honor Magic8 Pro Air
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Honor Magic8 Pro Air notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (89/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic8 Pro Air significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (84/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 67/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Honor Magic8 Pro Air significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (100/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Honor Magic8 Pro Air (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Honor Magic8 Pro Air or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Honor Magic8 Pro Air significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max by 22 points (84/100 vs 62/100).
What is the rating of the Honor Magic8 Pro Air and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Honor Magic8 Pro Air has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor Magic8 Pro Air or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Honor Magic8 Pro Air leads on camera score (84/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor Magic8 Pro Air or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Honor Magic8 Pro Air leads on performance (89/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Honor Magic8 Pro Air over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Honor Magic8 Pro Air is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.