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; launch prices were $399 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 66/100 (a 5-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 (2,604,459 vs 2,199,079).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F7
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Poco F7 better?
- Lighter: 215g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $469
- Better portability (48/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 2199079
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2072
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 6649
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 80/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F7 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 5 points higher (71/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 80/100). Value score: Poco F7 — 60/100, 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 is a bit better (91/100 vs 80/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Poco F7 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F7 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F7 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2199079 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2072 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6649 | 10243 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $399 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Poco F7
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco F7
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F7
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F7 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Poco F7 by 15.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $70. Poco F7 was $70 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 80/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Poco F7 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F7 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F7 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Poco F7 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco F7 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco F7 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco F7 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 80/100).
Should you choose the Poco F7 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco F7 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.