Poco M7 Pro vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Poco M7 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025 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 — 71/100 vs 50/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5110); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,032,039 vs 668,462); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco M7 Pro doesn't; the Poco M7 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M7 Pro
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Poco M7 Pro better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $469
- Better portability (65/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 668462
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 969
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 2321
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5110 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 49/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M7 Pro vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 21 points higher (71/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Poco M7 Pro — 56/100, 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 M7 Pro (90/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Poco M7 Pro are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco M7 Pro (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M7 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (65/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M7 Pro | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 668462 | 3032039 | |
| Geekbench Single | 969 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2321 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5110 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, HyperOS | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2100 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×75.7×8.0 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $220 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Poco M7 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Front: 20MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco M7 Pro
- 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 M7 Pro
- 5110 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M7 Pro and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Poco M7 Pro by 78.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $249. Poco M7 Pro was $249 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M7 Pro (90/100 vs 49/100).
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 X8 Pro Max and the Poco M7 Pro are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco M7 Pro (77/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M7 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (65/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M7 Pro or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M7 Pro by 21 points (71/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M7 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco M7 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco M7 Pro or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Poco M7 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.