Poco M8 Pro vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Poco M8 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $299 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 59/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6500); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,032,039 vs 1,041,898).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M8 Pro
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Poco M8 Pro better?
- Lighter: 206g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $299 vs $469
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 1041898
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1223
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 3168
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6500 mAh
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M8 Pro vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 12 points higher (71/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Poco M8 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 M8 Pro (90/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco M8 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M8 Pro | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 1041898 | 3032039 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1223 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3168 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×78.3×8.3 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $299 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Poco M8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco M8 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M8 Pro and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Poco M8 Pro by 65.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $170. Poco M8 Pro was $170 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M8 Pro (90/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco M8 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 70/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M8 Pro or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Poco M8 Pro — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Poco M8 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco M8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco M8 Pro or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Poco M8 Pro over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco M8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.