Poco M8 vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Poco M8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $209 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 54/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5520); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 837,903); the Poco M8 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M8
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Poco M8 better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $209 vs $469
- Better portability (79/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 837903
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5520 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M8 vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 17 points higher (71/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Poco M8 — 66/100, 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 (91/100 vs 55/100). 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 M8 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco M8 (77/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (79/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M8 | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 837903 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1013 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5520 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 / 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 | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.4×7.4 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $209 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Poco M8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 20MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco M8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M8
- 5520 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M8 and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Poco M8 by 67.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $260. Poco M8 was $260 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (91/100 vs 55/100).
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 M8 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco M8 (77/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (79/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M8 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Poco M8 — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Poco M8 and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco M8 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco M8 or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco M8 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.