Infinix Hot 20S vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Infinix Hot 20S (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, 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 42/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 493,222); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 20S doesn't; the Infinix Hot 20S is noticeably lighter (202g vs 218g).
Infinix Hot 20S
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Lighter: 202g vs 218g
- Better portability (52/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 678
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1895
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 20S vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 29 points higher (71/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 41/100). 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 20S (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 20S is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Infinix Hot 20S | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 2629444 | |
| Geekbench Single | 678 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1895 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.7×76.8×8.5 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 202 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $469 |
Infinix Hot 20S
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Infinix Hot 20S
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Hot 20S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Infinix Hot 20S and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Infinix Hot 20S by 81.2% in our overall performance rating.
Infinix Hot 20S
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (90/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (84/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S (77/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 20S is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 20S or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 20S by 29 points (71/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 20S and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Infinix Hot 20S has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 20S or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 20S or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 20S over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Infinix Hot 20S is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.