Infinix Hot 40i vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Infinix Hot 40i (2024) runs on the Unisoc T606, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $100 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 19/100 (a 43-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 (2,629,444 vs 330,006); the Infinix Hot 40i is noticeably lighter (190g vs 218g).
Infinix Hot 40i
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Lighter: 190g vs 218g
- Cheaper: $100 vs $469
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 78/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 330006
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 378
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1335
- 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 (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 40i vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 43 points higher (62/100 vs 19/100). 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 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Infinix Hot 40i leads (100/100 vs 78/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Infinix Hot 40i significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (62/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Infinix Hot 40i notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (100/100 vs 78/100).
| Specification | Infinix Hot 40i | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T606 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 330006 | 2629444 | |
| Geekbench Single | 378 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1335 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.6" 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 | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, XOS 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×75.6×8.3 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 218 g | |
| Price | $100 | $469 |
Infinix Hot 40i
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Infinix Hot 40i
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Hot 40i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Infinix Hot 40i and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Infinix Hot 40i by 87.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $369. Infinix Hot 40i is cheaper by $369.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (32/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i (77/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Infinix Hot 40i significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (62/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Infinix Hot 40i notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (100/100 vs 78/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 40i or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 40i by 43 points (62/100 vs 19/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 40i and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Infinix Hot 40i has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 40i 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 40i 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 40i over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Infinix Hot 40i is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.