Motorola Moto G86 Power vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Motorola Moto G86 Power (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $237 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 57/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6720); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 879,714); the Motorola Moto G86 Power is noticeably lighter (195g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G86 Power
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Motorola Moto G86 Power better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $237 vs $469
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6720 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G86 Power vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 14 points higher (71/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Motorola Moto G86 Power — 66/100, 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 G86 Power (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Motorola Moto G86 Power are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G86 Power and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G86 Power is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G86 Power | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" P-OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1220x2712 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6720 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.2×74.7×8.7 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $237 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G86 Power
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G86 Power
- 6.7" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2712
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G86 Power
- 6720 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless charging: no data
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto G86 Power and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Motorola Moto G86 Power by 66.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $232. Motorola Moto G86 Power was $232 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G86 Power (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Motorola Moto G86 Power are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G86 Power and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G86 Power is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G86 Power or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto G86 Power — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G86 Power and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Motorola Moto G86 Power has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G86 Power or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G86 Power 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.