Infinix Hot 12 Play vs Poco X8 Pro Max
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play (2022) and the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 18/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 12 Play doesn't; the Infinix Hot 12 Play is noticeably lighter (195g vs 218g).
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Lighter: 195g vs 218g
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 27/100)
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 44 points higher (62/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 45/100). 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 Infinix Hot 12 Play (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (77/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (56/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12 Play | 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 | 720x1612 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 170.5×77.6×8.3 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 218 g | |
| Price | — | $469 |
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (32/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (77/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (56/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play by 44 points (62/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12 Play and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 Play over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play 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.