Poco F8 Pro vs Poco X8
The Poco F8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Poco X8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4; launch prices were $529 and $389. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 55/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 has the bigger battery (8340 mAh vs 6210); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco F8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,124,552 vs 829,894); the Poco F8 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8 Pro
Poco X8
What makes Poco F8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3124552 vs 829894
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2892
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 223g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Poco X8 better?
- Bigger battery: 8340 vs 6210 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $389 vs $529
- Longer battery life (69/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 Pro vs the Poco X8, the Poco F8 Pro scores 24 points higher (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (70/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Poco F8 Pro — 78/100, Poco X8 — 40/100; 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 X8 (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (70/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (69/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 (60/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 Pro | Poco X8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3124552 | 829894 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 1009 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 2892 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6210 mAh | 8340 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69K | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | 163.5×78.3×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $529 | $389 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco X8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco F8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- 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 X8
- 8340 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 Pro and Poco X8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Pro leads Poco X8 by 276.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $140. Poco X8 was $140 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (70/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (69/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 (60/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 Pro or the Poco X8?
The Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 by 24 points (79/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Pro and the Poco X8?
The Poco F8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Poco X8 — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Pro or the Poco X8?
The Poco F8 Pro leads on camera score (70/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F8 Pro or the Poco X8?
The Poco F8 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Pro over the Poco X8?
The Poco F8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.