Poco M6 Pro 4G vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Poco M6 Pro 4G (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 70/100 vs 49/100 (a 21-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 M6 Pro 4G is noticeably lighter (179g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6 Pro 4G
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Poco M6 Pro 4G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 218g
- Better camera (43/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 1890
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 38/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M6 Pro 4G vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 21 points higher (70/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (88/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro 4G (88/100 vs 38/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M6 Pro 4G is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco M6 Pro 4G (77/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 Pro 4G notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (72/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M6 Pro 4G | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | — | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14, planned upgrade to Android 14, HyperOS | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.1×75.0×8.0 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $469 |
Camera comparison
Poco M6 Pro 4G
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco M6 Pro 4G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M6 Pro 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Poco M6 Pro 4G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro 4G (88/100 vs 38/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco M6 Pro 4G is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco M6 Pro 4G (77/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 Pro 4G notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (72/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M6 Pro 4G or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro 4G by 21 points (70/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M6 Pro 4G and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco M6 Pro 4G has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M6 Pro 4G or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco M6 Pro 4G leads on camera score (43/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M6 Pro 4G or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Poco M6 Pro 4G 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.