Poco X8 Power vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Poco X8 Power (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 5, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $360 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 60/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Power has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 9070); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 1,012,134); the Redmi K100 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Poco X8 Power doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Power
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Poco X8 Power better?
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 9070 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $360 vs $730
- Overall rating 60/100
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 1012134
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1099
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3481
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 80/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Power vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 33 points higher (93/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 80/100). Value score: Poco X8 Power — 52/100, Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100; 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 Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Power (97/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Power (90/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Power (95/100 vs 80/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Power | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1012134 | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1099 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3481 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 10000 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.3×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 229 g | — | |
| Launch price | $360 | $730 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Power
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Power
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Power
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Power and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Poco X8 Power by 72.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $370. Poco X8 Power was $370 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Power (97/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Power (90/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Power (95/100 vs 80/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Power or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Power by 33 points (93/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Power and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Power has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Power or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Power or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Power over the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Power is a better fit for those who care about battery life. The Redmi K100 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.