Motorola Moto S50 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Motorola Moto S50 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 56/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4310); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,032,039 vs 879,714); the Motorola Moto S50 is noticeably lighter (170g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto S50
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Motorola Moto S50 better?
- Lighter: 170g vs 218g
- Better camera (46/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (75/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 2918
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4310 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 68W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto S50 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 15 points higher (71/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto S50 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto S50 is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto S50 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (75/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto S50 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3032039 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.4" LTPO P-OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2670 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4310 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 154.1×71.2×8.1 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 170 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $469 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto S50
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto S50
- 6.4" LTPO P-OLED
- Resolution: 1272x2670
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto S50
- 4310 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 15W
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Moto S50 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Motorola Moto S50 by 71.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Motorola Moto S50
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 (90/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto S50 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto S50 is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto S50 (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto S50 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (75/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto S50 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Motorola Moto S50 — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto S50 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Motorola Moto S50 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto S50 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Motorola Moto S50 leads on camera score (46/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto S50 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto S50 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.