Motorola Edge 40 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Motorola Edge 40 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8020, 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 58/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4400); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 981,459); the Motorola Edge 40 is noticeably lighter (167g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 40
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Motorola Edge 40 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 167g vs 218g
- Better camera (42/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 981459
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1120
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3665
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 68W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 59/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Edge 40 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 13 points higher (71/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (91/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 40 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (83/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Edge 40 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8020 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 981459 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1120 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3665 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" P-OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 2 major Android upgrades | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×72.0×7.6 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 167 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $469 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 40
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 40
- 6.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 40
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 15W
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Edge 40 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Motorola Edge 40 by 62.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Motorola Edge 40
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (91/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 40 is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 40 (77/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 40 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (83/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Motorola Edge 40 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 40 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Motorola Edge 40 has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Motorola Edge 40 leads on camera score (42/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 40 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 40 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.