Poco X3 NFC vs Poco X8 Pro
The Poco X3 NFC (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G, while the Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $230 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 47/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,982,033 vs 526,647); the Poco X8 Pro is noticeably lighter (196g vs 215g).
Poco X3 NFC
Poco X8 Pro
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $350
- Better camera (46/100 vs 37/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1982033 vs 526647
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 753
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1808
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Lighter: 196g vs 215g
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 35/100)
Comparing the Poco X3 NFC vs the Poco X8 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro scores 17 points higher (64/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 49/100). Value score: Poco X3 NFC — 50/100, Poco X8 Pro — 68/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (76/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (83/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X3 NFC is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (68/100 vs 49/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (57/100 vs 35/100).
| Specification | Poco X3 NFC | Poco X8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 526647 | 1982033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 753 | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1808 | 6403 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.3×76.8×9.4 mm | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 215 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $230 | $350 |
Poco X3 NFC
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco X3 NFC
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X3 NFC
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X3 NFC and Poco X8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Poco X3 NFC by 73.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $120. Poco X3 NFC was $120 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (76/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (83/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X3 NFC is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (68/100 vs 49/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X3 NFC (57/100 vs 35/100).
Which is better: the Poco X3 NFC or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro is noticeably better than the Poco X3 NFC — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X3 NFC and the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X3 NFC has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Poco X8 Pro — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X3 NFC or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X3 NFC leads on camera score (46/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X3 NFC or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco X3 NFC over the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X3 NFC is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.