Lava Play Max vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Lava Play Max (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, 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 48/100 (a 23-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 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Max
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Lava Play Max better?
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Max vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 23 points higher (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 55/100). 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 Play Max (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (84/100 vs 66/100). 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 Lava Play Max (77/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Max | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 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 | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $469 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Max
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Max
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Max
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Max and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Lava Play Max by 66.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Lava Play Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (84/100 vs 66/100).
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 Lava Play Max (77/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Max or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Play Max by 23 points (71/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Max and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Lava Play Max has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Max 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 Lava Play Max or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Max 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.