Poco M5s vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Poco M5s (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $210 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 45/100 (a 26-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 534,895); the Poco M5s is noticeably lighter (179g vs 218g).
Poco M5s
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 218g
- Cheaper: $210 vs $450
- Better camera (42/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 46/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 534895
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 673
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1881
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the Poco M5s vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 26 points higher (71/100 vs 45/100). 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). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco M5s (84/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M5s is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M5s notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (68/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco M5s | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G95 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 534895 | 2629444 | |
| Geekbench Single | 673 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1881 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 218 g | |
| Price | $210 | $450 |
Poco M5s
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco M5s
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco M5s
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco M5s and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Poco M5s by 79.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $240. Poco M5s is cheaper by $240.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (90/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco M5s (84/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco M5s is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M5s (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M5s notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (68/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco M5s or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M5s by 26 points (71/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M5s and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco M5s has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M5s or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco M5s leads on camera score (42/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M5s or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Poco M5s over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco M5s 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.