Infinix Smart 8 (India) vs Poco X8 Pro Max

The Infinix Smart 8 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, 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 28/100 (a 43-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 (2,614,916 vs 195,539); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Smart 8 (India) doesn't; the Infinix Smart 8 (India) is noticeably lighter (189g vs 218g).

The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 (India) by 43 points (71/100 vs 28/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Smart 8 (India)
Performance 11
Display 44
Camera
Battery 43
Portability 60
Value for money
Poco X8 Pro Max
Performance 90
Display 84
Camera 37
Battery 77
Portability 46
Value for money 72
What makes Infinix Smart 8 (India) better?
  • Lighter: 189g vs 218g

  • Better portability (60/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2614916 vs 195539
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 189
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 781
  • Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (90/100 vs 11/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Infinix Smart 8 (India) vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 43 points higher (71/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 11/100). 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 Smart 8 (India) (90/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 (India) (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 (India) (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 8 (India) is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).

Infinix Smart 8 (India): The Infinix Smart 8 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Poco X8 Pro Max: The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Infinix Smart 8 (India) Poco X8 Pro Max
Processor MediaTek Helio G36 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 195539 2614916
Geekbench Single 189 3228
Geekbench Multi 781 9553
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1612 2772x1280
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 8500 mAh
Charging 10W 100W
Main camera 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 20 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB
Storage 64GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13 (Go edition), XOS 13 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 500 nits 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 163.6×75.6×8.5 mm 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 189 g 218 g
Launch price $469
Camera comparison
Infinix Smart 8 (India)
  • Main: —
  • Front: 8MP
camera
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Infinix Smart 8 (India)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Battery and charging
Infinix Smart 8 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 8500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Infinix Smart 8 (India) and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Infinix Smart 8 (India) MediaTek Helio G36
28/100
195539 AnTuTu
Poco X8 Pro Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
71/100 +92.5%
2614916 AnTuTu

Poco X8 Pro Max leads Infinix Smart 8 (India) by 92.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Smart 8 (India)
Price unknown
Poco X8 Pro Max
$469
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 (India) (90/100 vs 11/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 (India) (84/100 vs 44/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 (India) (77/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 8 (India) is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Smart 8 (India) or the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Smart 8 (India) by 43 points (71/100 vs 28/100).

What is the rating of the Infinix Smart 8 (India) and the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Infinix Smart 8 (India) has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.

Which is more powerful: the Infinix Smart 8 (India) or the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 11/100).

Should you choose the Infinix Smart 8 (India) over the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Infinix Smart 8 (India) 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.