Poco C40 vs Poco X8 Pro
The Poco C40 (2022) runs on the JLQ, while the Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 49/100 vs 11/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP.
Poco C40
Poco X8 Pro
- Overall rating 11/100
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 196g vs 204g
- Higher performance (32/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (55/100 vs 45/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Poco C40 vs the Poco X8 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro scores 38 points higher (49/100 vs 11/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (65/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco C40 (65/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (86/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco C40 | Poco X8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | JLQ | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | — | 1982033 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 6403 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 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 | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 196 g | |
| Price | — | $350 |
Poco C40
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco C40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: —
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco C40
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Poco C40
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (32/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (32/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco C40 (65/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 45/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C40 (86/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco C40 or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco C40 by 38 points (49/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C40 and the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco C40 has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Poco X8 Pro — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C40 or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco C40 or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (32/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco C40 over the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco C40 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.