Honor X7e vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Honor X7e (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $200 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 40/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7500); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 358,608); the Honor X7e is noticeably lighter (200g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor X7e
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Honor X7e better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $469
- Better portability (56/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 62/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor X7e vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 31 points higher (71/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 62/100). Value score: Honor X7e — 40/100, 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 Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Honor X7e (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Honor X7e (84/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Honor X7e (77/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the Honor X7e is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor X7e | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" TFT LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1010 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×75.9×8.3 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Honor X7e
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Honor X7e
- 6.6" TFT LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor X7e
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Honor X7e and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Honor X7e by 86.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $269. Honor X7e was $269 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Honor X7e (91/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Honor X7e (84/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Honor X7e (77/100 vs 62/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Honor X7e is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor X7e or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Honor X7e by 31 points (71/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Honor X7e and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Honor X7e has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X7e or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor X7e or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Honor X7e over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.