Poco M7 Pro vs Poco M8 Pro
The Poco M7 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra, while the Poco M8 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4; launch prices were $220 and $299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco M8 Pro leads — 59/100 vs 50/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M8 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5110); the Poco M8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,041,898 vs 668,462); the Poco M8 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco M7 Pro doesn't; the Poco M7 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M7 Pro
Poco M8 Pro
What makes Poco M7 Pro better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $299
- Better portability (65/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Poco M8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1041898 vs 668462
- Better Geekbench Single: 1223 vs 969
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3168 vs 2321
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5110 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (60/100 vs 49/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (70/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M7 Pro vs the Poco M8 Pro, the Poco M8 Pro scores 9 points higher (59/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco M8 Pro leads (60/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M8 Pro leads (70/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Poco M7 Pro — 56/100, Poco M8 Pro — 56/100; 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 M8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Poco M8 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M8 Pro is a bit better (40/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco M7 Pro (70/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M7 Pro is a bit better (65/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M7 Pro | Poco M8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 668462 | 1041898 | |
| Geekbench Single | 969 | 1223 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2321 | 3168 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5110 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, HyperOS | Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2100 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×75.7×8.0 mm | 163.3×78.3×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $220 | $299 |
Camera comparison
Poco M7 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Front: 20MP
Poco M8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco M7 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco M8 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M7 Pro
- 5110 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Poco M8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M7 Pro and Poco M8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco M8 Pro leads Poco M7 Pro by 35.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $79. Poco M7 Pro was $79 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco M8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco M8 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco M8 Pro is a bit better (40/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco M8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco M7 Pro (70/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M7 Pro is a bit better (65/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M7 Pro or the Poco M8 Pro?
The Poco M8 Pro edges out the Poco M7 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco M7 Pro and the Poco M8 Pro?
The Poco M7 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Poco M8 Pro — 59/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M7 Pro or the Poco M8 Pro?
The Poco M8 Pro leads on camera score (40/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M7 Pro or the Poco M8 Pro?
The Poco M8 Pro leads on performance (60/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Poco M7 Pro over the Poco M8 Pro?
The Poco M8 Pro is a better fit for active users.