Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ vs Poco X8 Pro
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme, while the Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $590 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads — 80/100 vs 63/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 6000); the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is faster in AnTuTu (2,366,913 vs 1,977,887).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
Poco X8 Pro
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2366913 vs 1977887
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (78/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (76/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $590
- Overall rating 63/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ vs the Poco X8 Pro, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ scores 17 points higher (80/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads (76/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ — 76/100, Poco X8 Pro — 60/100; 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 Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (78/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (93/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (76/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ | Poco X8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 2366913 | 1977887 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | — | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $590 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 15W
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ and Poco X8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads Poco X8 Pro by 19.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $240. Poco X8 Pro was $240 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (78/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a bit better (93/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (81/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (76/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ and the Poco X8 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Poco X8 Pro — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads on camera score (81/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ over the Poco X8 Pro?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.