Poco F7 vs Poco X8 Pro Max

The Poco F7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $399 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 51/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6500); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 2,205,289).

The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Poco F7 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F7
Performance 40
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 65
Design 31
Value for money 82
Poco X8 Pro Max
Performance 65
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 27
Value for money 78
What makes Poco F7 better?
  • Lighter: 215g vs 218g
  • Cheaper: $399 vs $469

  • Better design/ergonomics (31/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 2205289
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 2070
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 6694
  • Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 90W

  • Higher performance (65/100 vs 40/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco F7 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 11 points higher (62/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco F7 (65/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 32/100. In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 65/100). In the "design" category, the Poco F7 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (31/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco F7 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100).

Poco F7: The Poco F7 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Poco X8 Pro Max: The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco F7 Poco X8 Pro Max
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 MediaTek Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 2205289 2629444
Geekbench Single 2070 3228
Geekbench Multi 6694 9553
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2712x1220 2772x1280
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6500 mAh 8500 mAh
Charging 90W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 15 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 163.1×77.9×8.2 mm 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 215 g 218 g
Price $399 $469
Camera comparison
Poco F7
  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Display comparison
Poco F7
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Poco F7
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • No wireless charging
65
battery
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 8500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco F7 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco F7 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4
51/100
2205289 AnTuTu
Poco X8 Pro Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
62/100 +16.1%
2629444 AnTuTu

Poco X8 Pro Max leads Poco F7 by 16.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco F7
$399
Poco X8 Pro Max
$469

Price difference: $70. Poco F7 is cheaper by $70.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco F7 (65/100 vs 40/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 32/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 65/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Poco F7 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (31/100 vs 27/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco F7 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (82/100 vs 78/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F7 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Poco F7 — the overall rating gap is 11 points.

What is the rating of the Poco F7 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Poco F7 has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 62/100.

Which is more powerful: the Poco F7 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 40/100).

Should you choose the Poco F7 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?

The Poco F7 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.