Poco F8 Pro vs Poco X3 NFC
The Poco F8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Poco X3 NFC (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G; launch prices were $529 and $230. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 47/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Pro has the bigger battery (6210 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco F8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,024,818 vs 531,656); the Poco F8 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8 Pro
Poco X3 NFC
What makes Poco F8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3024818 vs 531656
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 752
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1819
- Bigger battery: 6210 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 215g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Poco X3 NFC better?
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $529
- Overall rating 47/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 Pro vs the Poco X3 NFC, the Poco F8 Pro scores 32 points higher (79/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (70/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 49/100). Value score: Poco F8 Pro — 78/100, Poco X3 NFC — 48/100; 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 F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (83/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (70/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (68/100 vs 49/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (60/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 Pro | Poco X3 NFC | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G | |
| AnTuTu | 3024818 | 531656 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 752 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1819 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6210 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 10 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 450 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 165.3×76.8×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $529 | $230 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco X3 NFC
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco F8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X3 NFC
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F8 Pro
- 6210 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:55 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Poco X3 NFC
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 Pro and Poco X3 NFC, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Pro leads Poco X3 NFC by 468.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $299. Poco X3 NFC was $299 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (91/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (83/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (70/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (68/100 vs 49/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (60/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 Pro or the Poco X3 NFC?
The Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X3 NFC by 32 points (79/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Pro and the Poco X3 NFC?
The Poco F8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Poco X3 NFC — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Pro or the Poco X3 NFC?
The Poco F8 Pro leads on camera score (70/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F8 Pro or the Poco X3 NFC?
The Poco F8 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Pro over the Poco X3 NFC?
The Poco F8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.