Honor X40 GT Racing vs Poco X8 Pro Max
Comparing the Honor X40 GT Racing (2023) and the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 30/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4800); the Honor X40 GT Racing is noticeably lighter (199g vs 218g).
Honor X40 GT Racing
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 199g vs 218g
- Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 27/100)
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 27/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 43/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Honor X40 GT Racing vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 32 points higher (62/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "design" category, the Honor X40 GT Racing notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (51/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Honor X40 GT Racing | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2629444 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2388 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, Magic OS 7.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.1×75.8×8.5 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 218 g | |
| Price | — | $469 |
Honor X40 GT Racing
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Honor X40 GT Racing
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Honor X40 GT Racing
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Honor X40 GT Racing
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing (77/100 vs 43/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Honor X40 GT Racing notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (51/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Honor X40 GT Racing or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Honor X40 GT Racing by 32 points (62/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X40 GT Racing and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Honor X40 GT Racing has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X40 GT Racing or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X40 GT Racing or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Honor X40 GT Racing over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Honor X40 GT Racing is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.