OnePlus Nord 2 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The OnePlus Nord 2 (2021) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $400 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 54/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4500); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 960,724); the OnePlus Nord 2 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 218g).
OnePlus Nord 2
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Lighter: 189g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $469
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 960724
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1143
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 3353
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 59/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 69/100)
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 2 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 17 points higher (71/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 50/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord 2 — 46/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (90/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (84/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (77/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (70/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 2 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 960724 | 2629444 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1143 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3353 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $400 | $469 |
OnePlus Nord 2
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
OnePlus Nord 2
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Nord 2
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless charging: no data
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared OnePlus Nord 2 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads OnePlus Nord 2 by 63.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $69. OnePlus Nord 2 was $69 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (90/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (84/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 2 (77/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 2 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (70/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 2 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the OnePlus Nord 2 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 2 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus Nord 2 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 2 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 2 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus Nord 2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.