Poco C40 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Poco C40 (2022) runs on the JLQ, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 11/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is thinner (8.2mm vs 9.2mm).
Poco C40
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Lighter: 204g vs 218g
- Better design/ergonomics (45/100 vs 27/100)
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Poco C40 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 51 points higher (62/100 vs 11/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (77/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Poco C40 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (45/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco C40 (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco C40 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | JLQ | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2629444 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11, MIUI 13 for POCO | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 169.6×76.6×9.2 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 218 g | |
| Price | — | $469 |
Poco C40
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco C40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: —
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco C40
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Poco C40
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (32/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (77/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco C40 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (45/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco C40 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco C40 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco C40 by 51 points (62/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C40 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco C40 has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C40 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C40 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco C40 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco C40 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.