OnePlus Nord 6 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The OnePlus Nord 6 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $420 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 68/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7500); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 2,314,061).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord 6
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes OnePlus Nord 6 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 210g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $469
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 2314061
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2072
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 6649
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 81/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord 6 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 3 points higher (71/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 81/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord 6 — 62/100, 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 81/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 6 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 6 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 6 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (47/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord 6 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2314061 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2072 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6649 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.5×77.5×8.5 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $469 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord 6
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord 6
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord 6
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord 6 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads OnePlus Nord 6 by 11.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $49. OnePlus Nord 6 was $49 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 81/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord 6 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Nord 6 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus Nord 6 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (47/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord 6 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the OnePlus Nord 6 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord 6 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus Nord 6 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord 6 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 81/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord 6 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus Nord 6 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.