Oppo A18 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Oppo A18 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, 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 34/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 348,562); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Oppo A18 doesn't; the Oppo A18 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo A18
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Oppo A18 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 218g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Oppo A18 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 37 points higher (71/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A18 (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A18 (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Oppo A18 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo A18 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (64/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Oppo A18 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, ColorOS 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 720 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.0×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $469 |
Camera comparison
Oppo A18
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Oppo A18
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Oppo A18
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Oppo A18 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Oppo A18 by 86.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Oppo A18
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A18 (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A18 (84/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Oppo A18 (37/100 vs 10/100).
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 Oppo A18 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (64/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo A18 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A18 by 37 points (71/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Oppo A18 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Oppo A18 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo A18 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Oppo A18 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Oppo A18 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.