Infinix Note 12i vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Infinix Note 12i (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 35/100 (a 36-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 (2,604,459 vs 348,562); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Note 12i doesn't; the Infinix Note 12i is noticeably lighter (198g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 12i
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Infinix Note 12i better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 218g
- Better portability (57/100 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 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 12i vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 36 points higher (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (84/100 vs 43/100). 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 Note 12i (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12i is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 12i | 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 | 720x1640 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 Snow Cone | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 170.7×77.4×8.3 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $469 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 12i
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 12i
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 12i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Note 12i and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Infinix Note 12i by 86.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Infinix Note 12i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (84/100 vs 43/100).
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 Note 12i (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12i is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 12i or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i by 36 points (71/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12i and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Infinix Note 12i has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 12i 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 Note 12i or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 12i 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.