Lava Blaze Curve vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Lava Blaze Curve (2024) runs on the Dimensity 7050, 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 54/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 806,012); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Blaze Curve doesn't; the Lava Blaze Curve is noticeably lighter (189g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Blaze Curve
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Lava Blaze Curve better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 218g
- Better camera (48/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 806012
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2398
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Blaze Curve vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 17 points higher (71/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Blaze Curve leads (48/100 vs 37/100). 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 Lava Blaze Curve (91/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Blaze Curve is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Blaze Curve is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Blaze Curve | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7050 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 806012 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1061 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2398 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×74.0×8.8 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $469 |
Camera comparison
Lava Blaze Curve
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Lava Blaze Curve
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Blaze Curve
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Blaze Curve and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Lava Blaze Curve by 69.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Lava Blaze Curve
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (91/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Blaze Curve is a bit better (48/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Blaze Curve (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Blaze Curve is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Blaze Curve or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Lava Blaze Curve — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Blaze Curve and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Lava Blaze Curve has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Blaze Curve or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Lava Blaze Curve leads on camera score (48/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Blaze Curve or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Lava Blaze Curve 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.