Poco M6 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Poco M6 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $120 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 40/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 513,809); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco M6 doesn't; the Poco M6 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M6
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Poco M6 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $469
- Better portability (60/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 732
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1954
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M6 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 31 points higher (71/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Poco M6 — 62/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100; 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 (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M6 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 732 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1954 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 / MIUI 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.0×8.1 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Poco M6
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco M6
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M6
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M6 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Poco M6 by 80.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $349. Poco M6 was $349 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (91/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (84/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 (77/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M6 is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M6 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M6 by 31 points (71/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M6 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco M6 has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M6 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M6 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco M6 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.