Infinix Smart 20 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Infinix Smart 20 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultimate, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $149 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 33/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 358,383).
Infinix Smart 20
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Cheaper at launch: $149 vs $469
- Better portability (68/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 358383
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Infinix Smart 20 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 38 points higher (71/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 30/100). 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 48/100). Value score: Infinix Smart 20 — 42/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 20 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (68/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Infinix Smart 20 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultimate | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 358383 | 2629444 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1576x720 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 167.7×78.8×7.7 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $149 | $469 |
Infinix Smart 20
- Main: 8MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Infinix Smart 20
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1576x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Smart 20
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Infinix Smart 20 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Infinix Smart 20 by 86.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $320. Infinix Smart 20 was $320 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (90/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (77/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 20 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (68/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Smart 20 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 by 38 points (71/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Smart 20 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Infinix Smart 20 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Smart 20 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 Smart 20 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Smart 20 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Infinix Smart 20 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.