Nokia 4.2 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Nokia 4.2 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $169 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 18/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 193,115); the Nokia 4.2 is noticeably lighter (161g vs 218g).
Nokia 4.2
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Lighter: 161g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $169 vs $469
- Better portability (78/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 193115
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 795
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 5W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 12/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Nokia 4.2 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 53 points higher (71/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Nokia 4.2 — 6/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (90/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (84/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (77/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 4.2 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (78/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Nokia 4.2 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 193115 | 2629444 | |
| Geekbench Single | 199 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 795 | 9553 | |
| Display | 5.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1520x720 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.0×71.3×8.4 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 161 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $169 | $469 |
Nokia 4.2
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Nokia 4.2
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1520x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia 4.2
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- Wireless charging: no data
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Nokia 4.2 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Nokia 4.2 by 92.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $300. Nokia 4.2 was $300 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (90/100 vs 12/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (84/100 vs 34/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 (77/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 4.2 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (78/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Nokia 4.2 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 4.2 by 53 points (71/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 4.2 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Nokia 4.2 has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 4.2 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 4.2 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 4.2 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Nokia 4.2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.