Poco M4 Pro vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Poco M4 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $230 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 48/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 493,222); the Poco M4 Pro is noticeably lighter (179g vs 218g).
Poco M4 Pro
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $469
- Better camera (43/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 678
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1895
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 69/100)
Comparing the Poco M4 Pro vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 23 points higher (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco M4 Pro — 52/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco M4 Pro (84/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M4 Pro is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M4 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (70/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco M4 Pro | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 2629444 | |
| Geekbench Single | 678 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1895 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $230 | $469 |
Poco M4 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco M4 Pro
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco M4 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco M4 Pro and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Poco M4 Pro by 81.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $239. Poco M4 Pro was $239 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro (90/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco M4 Pro (84/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco M4 Pro is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M4 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (70/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco M4 Pro or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M4 Pro by 23 points (71/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M4 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco M4 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M4 Pro or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco M4 Pro leads on camera score (43/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M4 Pro or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Poco M4 Pro over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco M4 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.