OnePlus Nord CE6 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The OnePlus Nord CE6 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $320 and $469. 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 8000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,145,513).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE6
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes OnePlus Nord CE6 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $320 vs $469
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1145513
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1223
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3168
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 8000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 71/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE6 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 61/100). Value score: OnePlus Nord CE6 — 56/100, 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 Nord CE6 (91/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord CE6 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the OnePlus Nord CE6 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Nord CE6 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1145513 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1223 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3168 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $320 | $469 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE6
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE6
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE6
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Nord CE6 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads OnePlus Nord CE6 by 56.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $149. OnePlus Nord CE6 was $149 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE6 (91/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord CE6 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the OnePlus Nord CE6 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE6 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the OnePlus Nord CE6 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE6 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus Nord CE6 has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE6 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE6 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OnePlus Nord CE6 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.