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; estimated prices are $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 (2,629,444 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 218g).

The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 by 42 points (71/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 8
Performance 33
Display 52
Camera 12
Battery 12
Portability 84
Value for money 0
Poco X8 Pro Max
Performance 90
Display 84
Camera 37
Battery 77
Portability 46
Value for money 72
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: 2629444 vs 438016
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 427
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 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: $469 vs $699

  • Higher performance (90/100 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)
  • Better value for money (72/100 vs 0/100)
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 (90/100 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). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (72/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (90/100 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). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (72/100 vs 0/100).

Nokia 8: The Nokia 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Poco X8 Pro Max: The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia 8 Poco X8 Pro Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 438016 2629444
Geekbench Single 427 3228
Geekbench Multi 1500 9553
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
Price $699 $469
Camera comparison
Nokia 8
  • Main: 13MP f/2.0
  • Front: 13MP
12
camera
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 8
  • 5.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2560x1440
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
52
display
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 8
  • 3090 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 8500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia 8 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia 8 Qualcomm Snapdragon 835
29/100
438016 AnTuTu
Poco X8 Pro Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
71/100 +83.3%
2629444 AnTuTu

Poco X8 Pro Max leads Nokia 8 by 83.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 8
$699
Poco X8 Pro Max
$469

Price difference: $230. Poco X8 Pro Max is cheaper by $230.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (90/100 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).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (72/100 vs 0/100).

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 (90/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 8 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Nokia 8 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.