Poco F8 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Poco F8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $499 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 leads — 74/100 vs 71/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 8000); the Poco F8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 3,032,039).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Poco F8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 3032039
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 8932
- Lighter: 205g vs 218g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 90/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 8000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $499
- Overall rating 71/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco F8 scores 3 points higher (74/100 vs 71/100). Value score: Poco F8 — 70/100, 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 F8 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (86/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 3126402 | 3032039 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.6" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco F8
- 6.6" OLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 3.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $30. Poco X8 Pro Max was $30 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (86/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco F8 edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco F8 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco F8 has a MobileRank rating of 74/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Should you choose the Poco F8 over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco F8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.