Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (2026) runs on the Kirin 9050 Pro, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $2799 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 70/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5600); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,032,039 vs 1,825,771); the Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (218g vs 299g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate better?
- Better camera (67/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 1825771
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1636
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 5775
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 218g vs 299g
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $2799
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 74/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 1 points higher (71/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads (67/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate — 48/100, 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 notably outperforms the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (90/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (67/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate are nearly equal (77/100 vs 74/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 9050 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 1825771 | 3032039 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1636 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5775 | 8932 | |
| Display | 10.2" Tri-foldable LTPO OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2232x3184 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5600 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 40 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 7.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP58 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 219.2×157.2×4.0 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 299 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $2799 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- 10.2" Tri-foldable LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2232x3184
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate by 39.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2330. Poco X8 Pro Max was $2330 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (90/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate (84/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (67/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate are nearly equal (77/100 vs 74/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate leads on camera score (67/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Huawei Mate XT 2 Ultimate is a better fit for active users. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.