Poco C65 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Poco C65 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $99 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 33/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 346,495); the Poco C65 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 218g).
Poco C65
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Lighter: 192g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $99 vs $469
- Better portability (63/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 375
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1031
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Poco C65 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 38 points higher (71/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Poco C65 — 50/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (90/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (84/100 vs 43/100). 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 significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco C65 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (63/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco C65 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 346495 | 2629444 | |
| Geekbench Single | 375 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1031 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 / HyperOS | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $99 | $469 |
Poco C65
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco C65
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco C65
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco C65 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Poco C65 by 86.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $370. Poco C65 was $370 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (90/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (84/100 vs 43/100).
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 significantly outperforms the Poco C65 (77/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco C65 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (63/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco C65 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco C65 by 38 points (71/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C65 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco C65 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C65 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 Poco C65 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Poco C65 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco C65 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.