Motorola Moto G Power 2026 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Motorola Moto G Power 2026 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $300 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 45/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5200); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 528,398).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G Power 2026
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Motorola Moto G Power 2026 better?
- Lighter: 208g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $469
- Better portability (47/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 26 points higher (71/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G Power 2026 — 28/100, 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 Motorola Moto G Power 2026 (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 (84/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 (77/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (47/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G Power 2026 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2388 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.6×77.1×8.7 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 208 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G Power 2026
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G Power 2026
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G Power 2026
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G Power 2026 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Motorola Moto G Power 2026 by 79.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $169. Motorola Moto G Power 2026 was $169 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 (84/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 (77/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (47/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 by 26 points (71/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Motorola Moto G Power 2026 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G Power 2026 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.