Motorola Moto G06 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Motorola Moto G06 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $125 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 38/100 (a 33-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 358,608); the Motorola Moto G06 is noticeably lighter (194g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G06
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Motorola Moto G06 better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $125 vs $469
- Better portability (59/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G06 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 33 points higher (71/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G06 — 56/100, 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 G06 (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G06 (84/100 vs 55/100). 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 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G06 (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G06 is a bit better (59/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G06 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.4×77.5×8.3 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 194 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $125 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G06
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G06
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G06
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G06 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Motorola Moto G06 by 86.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $344. Motorola Moto G06 was $344 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G06 (91/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G06 (84/100 vs 55/100).
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 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G06 (77/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G06 is a bit better (59/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G06 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G06 by 33 points (71/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G06 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Motorola Moto G06 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G06 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 Motorola Moto G06 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G06 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.