Infinix Hot 12 Play vs Poco X8 Pro
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play (2022) and the Poco X8 Pro (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 40/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 12 Play doesn't.
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Poco X8 Pro
- Lighter: 195g vs 196g
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 68/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 57/100)
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play vs the Poco X8 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro scores 24 points higher (64/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play leads (79/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (83/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play is a bit better (79/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (59/100 vs 57/100).
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12 Play | Poco X8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1982033 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 6403 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 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 | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 196 g | |
| Price | — | $350 |
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Infinix Hot 12 Play
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In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (83/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play is a bit better (79/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (59/100 vs 57/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play by 24 points (64/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12 Play and the Poco X8 Pro?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Poco X8 Pro — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 Play over the Poco X8 Pro?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.