Nothing Phone (3) vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Nothing Phone (3) (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $799 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nothing Phone (3) leads — 76/100 vs 71/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5150); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 2,306,162); the Nothing Phone (3) is noticeably lighter (198g vs 218g).
Nothing Phone (3)
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Lighter: 198g vs 218g
- Better camera (81/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 2306162
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 2162
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 6847
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5150 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $799
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 81/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 63/100)
Comparing the Nothing Phone (3) vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Nothing Phone (3) scores 5 points higher (76/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) leads (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Nothing Phone (3) — 64/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100). In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (3) and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3) and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (49/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Nothing Phone (3) | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2306162 | 2629444 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2162 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6847 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1260 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5150 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / Nothing OS 3.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.6×75.6×9.0 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $469 |
Nothing Phone (3)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Nothing Phone (3)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nothing Phone (3)
- 5150 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Nothing Phone (3) and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Nothing Phone (3) by 12.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $330. Poco X8 Pro Max was $330 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nothing Phone (3) and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nothing Phone (3) significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (81/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nothing Phone (3) and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (49/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Nothing Phone (3) or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Nothing Phone (3) edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nothing Phone (3) and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Nothing Phone (3) has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nothing Phone (3) or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Nothing Phone (3) leads on camera score (81/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nothing Phone (3) or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 81/100).
Should you choose the Nothing Phone (3) over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Nothing Phone (3) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.