Poco M4 5G vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Poco M4 5G (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 35/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 515,647); the Poco M4 5G is noticeably lighter (200g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M4 5G
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Poco M4 5G better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 218g
- Better portability (50/100 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 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M4 5G vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 36 points higher (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M4 5G (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M4 5G (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco M4 5G (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M4 5G (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M4 5G and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M4 5G | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 515647 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 690 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1736 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 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 12, MIUI 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.1×8.9 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $469 |
Camera comparison
Poco M4 5G
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco M4 5G
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M4 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M4 5G and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Poco M4 5G by 80.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Poco M4 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M4 5G (91/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M4 5G (84/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco M4 5G (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M4 5G (77/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M4 5G and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M4 5G or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M4 5G by 36 points (71/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M4 5G and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco M4 5G has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M4 5G or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M4 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 M4 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.