Lava Play Max vs Poco X8 Pro
The Lava Play Max (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 63/100 vs 48/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,977,887 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Max
Poco X8 Pro
What makes Lava Play Max better?
- Overall rating 48/100
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1977887 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 33W
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Max vs the Poco X8 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro scores 15 points higher (63/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (60/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (76/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (83/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Max | Poco X8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 1977887 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 196 g | |
| Launch price | — | $350 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Max
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 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
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Max
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Max and Poco X8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Lava Play Max by 55.5% 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 notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (76/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Play Max (83/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Max or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro is noticeably better than the Lava Play Max — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Play Max and the Poco X8 Pro?
The Lava Play Max has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Poco X8 Pro — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Max or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Max or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Max over the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.