OnePlus Nord 5 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The OnePlus Nord 5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $385 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 67/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6800); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,848,224).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 5
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes OnePlus Nord 5 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $385 vs $469
- Better camera (44/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1848224
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 5 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 4 points higher (71/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord 5 — 64/100, 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 notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 5 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1848224 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1923 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5179 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2800x1272 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6800 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $385 | $469 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1272
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 5
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 5 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads OnePlus Nord 5 by 29.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $84. OnePlus Nord 5 was $84 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord 5 (91/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 5 is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the OnePlus Nord 5 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 5 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus Nord 5 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus Nord 5 leads on camera score (44/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 5 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 5 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus Nord 5 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.