Infinix Note 12 VIP vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Infinix Note 12 VIP (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 52/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4500); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 493,222); the Infinix Note 12 VIP is noticeably lighter (199g vs 218g).
Infinix Note 12 VIP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 199g vs 218g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 678
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1895
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparing the Infinix Note 12 VIP vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 19 points higher (71/100 vs 52/100). 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 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 VIP (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Infinix Note 12 VIP (77/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 VIP is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Infinix Note 12 VIP | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 2629444 | |
| Geekbench Single | 678 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1895 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Main camera | — | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 108 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10.6 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×76.7×7.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $469 |
Infinix Note 12 VIP
- Main: —
- Ultrawide: 108MP
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Infinix Note 12 VIP
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Note 12 VIP
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Infinix Note 12 VIP and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Infinix Note 12 VIP by 81.2% in our overall performance rating.
Infinix Note 12 VIP
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 VIP (90/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Infinix Note 12 VIP (77/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 VIP is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Note 12 VIP or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Infinix Note 12 VIP — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12 VIP and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Infinix Note 12 VIP has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 12 VIP or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 12 VIP over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Infinix Note 12 VIP 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.