OnePlus N6 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The OnePlus N6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6360 Apex, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $245 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 45/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 8000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 567,623); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the OnePlus N6 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus N6
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes OnePlus N6 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $245 vs $469
- Overall rating 45/100
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 567623
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 850
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2250
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 8000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Lighter: 218g vs 224g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus N6 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 26 points higher (71/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 64/100). Value score: OnePlus N6 — 40/100, 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 significantly outperforms the OnePlus N6 (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus N6 (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (46/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus N6 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6360 Apex | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 567623 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 850 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2250 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×78.2×8.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 224 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $245 | $469 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus N6
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus N6
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus N6
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus N6 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads OnePlus N6 by 78.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $224. OnePlus N6 was $224 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus N6 (91/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus N6 (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (46/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus N6 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus N6 by 26 points (71/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus N6 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus N6 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus N6 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus N6 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus N6 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.