Poco C95 Pro vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Poco C95 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G91 Ultra, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $253 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 38/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7500); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 354,158).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco C95 Pro
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Poco C95 Pro better?
- Cheaper at launch: $253 vs $469
- Overall rating 38/100
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 354158
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 405
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1407
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Lighter: 218g vs 232g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 62/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco C95 Pro vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 33 points higher (71/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 62/100). Value score: Poco C95 Pro — 26/100, 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 Poco C95 Pro (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco C95 Pro (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 Poco C95 Pro (77/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (46/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco C95 Pro | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G91 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 354158 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 405 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1407 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 170.1×78.4×8.8 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 232 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $253 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Poco C95 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco C95 Pro
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco C95 Pro
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco C95 Pro and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Poco C95 Pro by 86.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $216. Poco C95 Pro was $216 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco C95 Pro (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco C95 Pro (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 Poco C95 Pro (77/100 vs 62/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (46/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco C95 Pro or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco C95 Pro by 33 points (71/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Poco C95 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco C95 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco C95 Pro 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 C95 Pro or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Poco C95 Pro 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.