Nothing Phone (2) vs Poco X8 Pro
The Nothing Phone (2) (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $599 and $350. Both devices score the same overall rating of 63/100. Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4700); the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,977,887 vs 1,436,634).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nothing Phone (2)
Poco X8 Pro
What makes Nothing Phone (2) better?
- Better camera (57/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1977887 vs 1436634
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 4200
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 45W
- Lighter: 196g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $599
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
The Nothing Phone (2) and the Poco X8 Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 63/100. In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2) leads (57/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (60/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (2) — 40/100, Poco X8 Pro — 60/100; 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 is a bit better (76/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Nothing Phone (2) are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2) notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (57/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nothing Phone (2) | Poco X8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 1436634 | 1977887 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4200 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2412x1080 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 / Nothing OS 2.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×76.4×8.6 mm | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Nothing Phone (2)
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Nothing Phone (2)
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2412x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nothing Phone (2)
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Nothing Phone (2) and Poco X8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Nothing Phone (2) by 27.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $249. Poco X8 Pro was $249 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Nothing Phone (2) are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (2) notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (57/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (2) or the Poco X8 Pro?
Both devices scored 63/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Poco X8 Pro (76/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (2) and the Poco X8 Pro?
The Nothing Phone (2) has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Poco X8 Pro — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (2) or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Nothing Phone (2) leads on camera score (57/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (2) or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (2) over the Poco X8 Pro?
The Nothing Phone (2) is a better fit for active users. The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.