Poco M3 Pro 5G vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Poco M3 Pro 5G (2021) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $200 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 41/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 515,647); the Poco M3 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (190g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M3 Pro 5G
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Poco M3 Pro 5G better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $469
- Better portability (55/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1736
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M3 Pro 5G vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 30 points higher (71/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Poco M3 Pro 5G — 42/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M3 Pro 5G | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 515647 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 690 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1736 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×75.3×8.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M3 Pro 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless charging: no data
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M3 Pro 5G and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Poco M3 Pro 5G by 80.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $269. Poco M3 Pro 5G was $269 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (91/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (84/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G (77/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M3 Pro 5G is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M3 Pro 5G by 30 points (71/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M3 Pro 5G and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco M3 Pro 5G has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M3 Pro 5G or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Poco M3 Pro 5G over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.