OnePlus 16 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The OnePlus 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 16 leads — 95/100 vs 70/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 16 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 8500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the OnePlus 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,195,978 vs 2,604,459).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 16
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes OnePlus 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5195978 vs 2604459
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 8932
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 8500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 88/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Overall rating 70/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 16 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the OnePlus 16 scores 25 points higher (95/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 16 leads (100/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 16 leads (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 16 leads (95/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 16 is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 16 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 16 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (95/100 vs 77/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 16 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 5195978 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4327 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12873 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 9000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17, OxygenOS 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $469 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 16
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 16
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 16
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 16 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 16 leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 99.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
OnePlus 16
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 16 is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 16 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (90/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 16 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (95/100 vs 77/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 16 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 16 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max by 25 points (95/100 vs 70/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 16 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 16 has a MobileRank rating of 95/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 16 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 16 leads on camera score (90/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 16 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 88/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 16 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.