Nokia C2 2nd Edition vs Poco X8 Pro Max

Comparing the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (2022) and the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 6/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 2400); the main camera is 5 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition doesn't; the Nokia C2 2nd Edition is noticeably lighter (180g vs 218g).

The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition by 56 points (62/100 vs 6/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 75
Value for money 55
Poco X8 Pro Max
Performance 65
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 27
Value for money 78
What makes Nokia C2 2nd Edition better?
  • Lighter: 180g vs 218g

  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 27/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 8500 vs 2400 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 5MP

  • Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia C2 2nd Edition vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 56 points higher (62/100 vs 6/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (75/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (78/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia C2 2nd Edition: The Nokia C2 2nd Edition is a better fit for everyday use.
Poco X8 Pro Max: The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia C2 2nd Edition Poco X8 Pro Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 2629444
Geekbench Single 3228
Geekbench Multi 9553
Display 5.7" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 480x960 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 2400 mAh 8500 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 5 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 2 MP 20 MP
RAM 1GB / 2GB 12GB
Storage 32GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 11 (Go edition) Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 154.0×75.9×10.0 mm 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 180 g 218 g
Price $469
Camera comparison
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
  • Main: 5MP
  • Front: 2MP
0
camera
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
  • 5.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 480x960
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
  • 2400 mAh
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 8500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia C2 2nd Edition
Price unknown
Poco X8 Pro Max
$469
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (65/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (32/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (77/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia C2 2nd Edition significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (75/100 vs 27/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition (78/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C2 2nd Edition or the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C2 2nd Edition by 56 points (62/100 vs 6/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia C2 2nd Edition and the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Nokia C2 2nd Edition has a MobileRank rating of 6/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 62/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia C2 2nd Edition or the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia C2 2nd Edition or the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nokia C2 2nd Edition over the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Nokia C2 2nd Edition is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.