Lava Bold N1 4G vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Lava Bold N1 4G (2025) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $79 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 22/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 153,667); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Bold N1 4G doesn't; the Lava Bold N1 4G is noticeably lighter (200g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Bold N1 4G
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Lava Bold N1 4G better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $79 vs $469
- Better portability (51/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 846
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Bold N1 4G vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 49 points higher (71/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 9/100). 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 43/100). Value score: Lava Bold N1 4G — 40/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (91/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Bold N1 4G is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Bold N1 4G | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 (Go edition) | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×76.1×8.8 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $79 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Lava Bold N1 4G
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Lava Bold N1 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Bold N1 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Bold N1 4G and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Lava Bold N1 4G by 94.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $390. Lava Bold N1 4G was $390 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (91/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (84/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (77/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Bold N1 4G is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Bold N1 4G or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G by 49 points (71/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Bold N1 4G and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Lava Bold N1 4G has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Bold N1 4G 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 Lava Bold N1 4G or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Lava Bold N1 4G 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.