Poco F3 vs Poco X8 Pro Max

The Poco F3 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $370 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 54/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4520); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 994,842); the Poco F3 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 218g).

The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Poco F3 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F3
Performance 61
Display 79
Camera 36
Battery 42
Portability 64
Value for money
Poco X8 Pro Max
Performance 90
Display 84
Camera 37
Battery 77
Portability 46
Value for money 74
What makes Poco F3 better?
  • Lighter: 196g vs 218g
  • Cheaper: $370 vs $450

  • Better portability (64/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 994842
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1298
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 3520
  • Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4520 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP

  • Higher performance (90/100 vs 61/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 36/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco F3 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 17 points higher (71/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 61/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco F3 (90/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Poco F3 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F3 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (64/100 vs 46/100).

Poco F3: The Poco F3 is a better fit for active users.
Poco X8 Pro Max: The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco F3 Poco X8 Pro Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 994842 2629444
Geekbench Single 1298 3228
Geekbench Multi 3520 9553
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4520 mAh 8500 mAh
Charging 33W 100W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 11 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 196 g 218 g
Price $370 $450
Camera comparison
Poco F3
  • Main: 48MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
36
camera
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Poco F3
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Battery and charging
Poco F3
  • 4520 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • Wireless charging: no data
42
battery
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 8500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco F3 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco F3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 870
54/100
994842 AnTuTu
Poco X8 Pro Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
71/100 +62.2%
2629444 AnTuTu

Poco X8 Pro Max leads Poco F3 by 62.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco F3
$370
Poco X8 Pro Max
$450

Price difference: $80. Poco F3 is cheaper by $80.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco F3 (90/100 vs 61/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Poco F3 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco F3 (77/100 vs 42/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Poco F3 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (64/100 vs 46/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F3 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Poco F3 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

What is the rating of the Poco F3 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Poco F3 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.

Which is more powerful: the Poco F3 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 61/100).

Should you choose the Poco F3 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Poco F3 is a better fit for active users. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.