Nokia C31 vs Poco X8 Pro Max

The Nokia C31 (2022) runs on the Unisoc, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 10/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5050); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Nokia C31 doesn't; the Nokia C31 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 218g).

The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 by 52 points (62/100 vs 10/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia C31
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 37
Design 50
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 C31 better?
  • Lighter: 200g vs 218g

  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 27/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5050 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP

  • Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia C31 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 52 points higher (62/100 vs 10/100). 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 37/100). 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 C31 (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (77/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia C31 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (50/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nokia C31 (78/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia C31: The Nokia C31 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 C31 Poco X8 Pro Max
Processor Unisoc MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 2629444
Geekbench Single 3228
Geekbench Multi 9553
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5050 mAh 8500 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 5 MP 20 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB 12GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 200 g 218 g
Price $469
Camera comparison
Nokia C31
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Nokia C31
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Nokia C31
  • 5050 mAh
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 8500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia C31
Price unknown
Poco X8 Pro Max
$469
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (65/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (32/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 (77/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia C31 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (50/100 vs 27/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Nokia C31 (78/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia C31 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Nokia C31 by 52 points (62/100 vs 10/100).

What is the rating of the Nokia C31 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Nokia C31 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 62/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia C31 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 C31 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?

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

Should you choose the Nokia C31 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Nokia C31 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.