Infinix Hot 12 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Infinix Hot 12 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 30/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 348,562); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 12 doesn't; the Infinix Hot 12 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 12
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Infinix Hot 12 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 218g
- Better portability (59/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 41 points higher (71/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 12 is a bit better (59/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10.6 | 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 | |
| Launch price | — | $469 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 12
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 12 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Infinix Hot 12 by 86.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Hot 12
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (84/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 (77/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 12 is a bit better (59/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 by 41 points (71/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Infinix Hot 12 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 12 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 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.