OnePlus 13s vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The OnePlus 13s (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $549 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13s leads — 77/100 vs 71/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5850); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,032,039 vs 3,013,469); the OnePlus 13s is noticeably lighter (185g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13s
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes OnePlus 13s better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8932
- Lighter: 185g vs 218g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (57/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 3013469
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5850 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $549
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 74/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13s vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the OnePlus 13s scores 6 points higher (77/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13s leads (57/100 vs 37/100). Value score: OnePlus 13s — 72/100, 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 13s and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13s and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13s notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (57/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the OnePlus 13s are nearly equal (77/100 vs 74/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13s notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (74/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13s | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 3013469 | 3032039 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5850 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $549 | $469 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 13s
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 13s
- 5850 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless charging: no data
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13s and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads OnePlus 13s by 0.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $80. Poco X8 Pro Max was $80 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13s and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13s and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13s notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (57/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the OnePlus 13s are nearly equal (77/100 vs 74/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 13s notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (74/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13s or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 13s edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13s and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 13s has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13s or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 13s leads on camera score (57/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13s over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 13s is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.