Oppo A56s vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Oppo A56s (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 810, 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 35/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 569,913); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Oppo A56s doesn't; the Oppo A56s is noticeably lighter (186g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo A56s
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Oppo A56s better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 218g
- Better portability (67/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 569913
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 684
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Oppo A56s vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 36 points higher (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 42/100). 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 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A56s (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A56s (84/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Oppo A56s (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A56s (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo A56s notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (67/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Oppo A56s | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 810 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 569913 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 684 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, ColorOS 12.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×75.1×8.0 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $469 |
Camera comparison
Oppo A56s
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Oppo A56s
- 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 A56s
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Oppo A56s and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Oppo A56s by 78.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Oppo A56s
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A56s (91/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A56s (84/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Oppo A56s (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A56s (77/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Oppo A56s notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (67/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo A56s or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Oppo A56s by 36 points (71/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Oppo A56s and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Oppo A56s has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo A56s 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 A56s or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Oppo A56s 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.