Nokia 8 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $699 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 29/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Lighter: 160g vs 218g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 3090 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $699
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia 8 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 42 points higher (71/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Nokia 8 — 0/100, 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 Nokia 8 (91/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (77/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (84/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia 8 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.3" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3090 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 160 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia 8 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Nokia 8 by 83.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $230. Poco X8 Pro Max was $230 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (91/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (84/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (37/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (77/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (84/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 8 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 42 points (71/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia 8 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Nokia 8 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia 8 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia 8 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Nokia 8 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.