Poco F8 Pro vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Poco F8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $529 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Pro leads — 71/100 vs 62/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6210); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco F8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,033,306 vs 2,629,444); the Poco F8 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 218g).
Poco F8 Pro
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Higher AnTuTu: 3033306 vs 2629444
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 218g
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (68/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 27/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 9300
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6210 mAh
- Cheaper: $469 vs $529
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 66/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 73/100)
Comparing the Poco F8 Pro vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco F8 Pro scores 9 points higher (71/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (68/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (68/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100). In the "design" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (51/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 73/100).
| Specification | Poco F8 Pro | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3033306 | 2629444 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9300 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6210 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 218 g | |
| Price | $529 | $469 |
Poco F8 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco F8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco F8 Pro
- 6210 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:55 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco F8 Pro and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Pro leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 15.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $60. Poco X8 Pro Max is cheaper by $60.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (68/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (68/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (51/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (78/100 vs 73/100).
Which is better: the Poco F8 Pro or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco F8 Pro edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco F8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Pro or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco F8 Pro leads on camera score (68/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Pro over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco F8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.