Poco M6 Pro vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Poco M6 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $220 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 70/100 vs 53/100 (a 17-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 (2,604,459 vs 555,618); the Poco M6 Pro is noticeably lighter (179g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6 Pro
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Poco M6 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $469
- Better camera (43/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 555618
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 730
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 1983
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 62/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M6 Pro vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 17 points higher (70/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (88/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 62/100). Value score: Poco M6 Pro — 62/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 64/100; 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 M6 Pro (88/100 vs 43/100). 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 is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (77/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (80/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M6 Pro | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 555618 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 730 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1983 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 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 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $220 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Poco M6 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco M6 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M6 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless charging: no data
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M6 Pro and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Poco M6 Pro by 78.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $249. Poco M6 Pro was $249 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 Pro (88/100 vs 43/100).
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 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 (77/100 vs 62/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (80/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M6 Pro or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Poco M6 Pro — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Poco M6 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco M6 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M6 Pro or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco M6 Pro leads on camera score (43/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M6 Pro or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Poco M6 Pro 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.