OnePlus 15R vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The OnePlus 15R (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $599 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15R leads — 72/100 vs 71/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7400); the OnePlus 15R is faster in AnTuTu (3,039,097 vs 2,604,459).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15R
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes OnePlus 15R better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3039097 vs 2604459
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 213g vs 218g
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2833
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9119
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $599
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 90/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15R vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the OnePlus 15R scores 1 points higher (72/100 vs 71/100). Value score: OnePlus 15R — 58/100, 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 Poco X8 Pro Max and the OnePlus 15R are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15R is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15R and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15R and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15R | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3039097 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1272 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7400 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $469 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15R
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15R
- 7400 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:57 hrs, total 38:56 hrs
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15R and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15R leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 16.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $130. Poco X8 Pro Max was $130 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the OnePlus 15R are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15R is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15R and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 15R and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15R or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 15R edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15R and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 15R has a MobileRank rating of 72/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Should you choose the OnePlus 15R over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 15R 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.