OnePlus 13 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $899 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 71/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6000); the OnePlus 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,145,582 vs 2,604,459).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3145582 vs 2604459
- Lighter: 213g vs 218g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9700
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $899
- Overall rating 71/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the OnePlus 13 scores 13 points higher (84/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (78/100 vs 37/100). Value score: OnePlus 13 — 80/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100; 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 OnePlus 13 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (83/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3145582 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $469 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 13
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:42 hrs, total 31:17 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 20.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $430. Poco X8 Pro Max was $430 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 is a bit better (83/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 13 is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.