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 9500s; 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 3,032,039).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15R
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes OnePlus 15R better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3039097 vs 3032039
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 8932
- 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?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $599
- 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, both devices are on the same level — 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 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 3039097 | 3032039 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2833 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9119 | 8932 | |
| 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 0.2% 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, both devices are on the same level — 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.