Huawei Pura X View vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Huawei Pura X View (2026) runs on the Kirin 9030S, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1050 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 63/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,273,046); the Huawei Pura X View is noticeably lighter (201g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pura X View
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Huawei Pura X View better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 218g
- Better camera (49/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1273046
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1273
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3894
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $1050
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 65/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei Pura X View vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 8 points higher (71/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X View leads (49/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 65/100). Value score: Huawei Pura X View — 36/100, 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 Pura X View (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Huawei Pura X View are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X View is a bit better (49/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura X View notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (72/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei Pura X View | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 9030S | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1273046 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1273 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3894 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO2 OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1320x2232 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 40 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 7 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 7.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $1050 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Huawei Pura X View
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 40MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 7MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Huawei Pura X View
- 6.4" LTPO2 OLED
- Resolution: 1320x2232
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei Pura X View
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei Pura X View and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Huawei Pura X View by 51.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $581. Poco X8 Pro Max was $581 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X View (91/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Huawei Pura X View are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Huawei Pura X View is a bit better (49/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 65/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei Pura X View notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (72/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei Pura X View or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Huawei Pura X View by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Huawei Pura X View and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Huawei Pura X View has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pura X View or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Huawei Pura X View leads on camera score (49/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei Pura X View or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Huawei Pura X View over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Huawei Pura X View 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.