OnePlus Ace 5 Racing vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $250 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 66/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7100); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 2,536,961); the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is noticeably lighter (200g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes OnePlus Ace 5 Racing better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $469
- Better portability (57/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 2536961
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 7478
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 84/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 5 points higher (71/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OnePlus Ace 5 Racing — 82/100, 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 is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Ace 5 Racing | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2536961 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $469 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads OnePlus Ace 5 Racing by 2.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $219. OnePlus Ace 5 Racing was $219 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.