OnePlus Nord 3 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The OnePlus Nord 3 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 60/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,542,660); the OnePlus Nord 3 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 3
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes OnePlus Nord 3 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 218g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1542660
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1693
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4384
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 3 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 11 points higher (71/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the OnePlus Nord 3 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (61/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 3 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1542660 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1693 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4384 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" Fluid AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1240x2772 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, OxygenOS 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1450 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×75.1×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $469 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 3
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 3
- 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
- Resolution: 1240x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 3
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 3 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads OnePlus Nord 3 by 40.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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OnePlus Nord 3
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (91/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the OnePlus Nord 3 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 3 (77/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 3 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (61/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the OnePlus Nord 3 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 3 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus Nord 3 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 3 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 3 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus Nord 3 is a better fit for active users. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.