OPPO A6 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The OPPO A6 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 685, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $169 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 41/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 476,175).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OPPO A6
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes OPPO A6 better?
- Lighter: 215g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $169 vs $469
- Overall rating 41/100
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OPPO A6 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 30 points higher (71/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 60/100). Value score: OPPO A6 — 52/100, 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 OPPO A6 (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the OPPO A6 (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the OPPO A6 (77/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the OPPO A6 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OPPO A6 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 685 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1570x720 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ColorOS 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1125 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.6×78.5×8.6 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $169 | $469 |
Camera comparison
OPPO A6
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
OPPO A6
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1570x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OPPO A6
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OPPO A6 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads OPPO A6 by 81.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. OPPO A6 was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OPPO A6 (91/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the OPPO A6 (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the OPPO A6 (77/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the OPPO A6 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OPPO A6 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the OPPO A6 by 30 points (71/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the OPPO A6 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The OPPO A6 has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the OPPO A6 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the OPPO A6 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the OPPO A6 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.