Poco X8 Pro Max vs Poco X8s
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Poco X8s (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4; launch prices were $469 and $437. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 67/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6330); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,032,039 vs 1,464,882); the Poco X8s is noticeably lighter (187g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Poco X8s
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 1464882
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6330 mAh
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 69/100)
What makes Poco X8s better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $437 vs $469
- Better camera (58/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (65/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Poco X8s, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 4 points higher (71/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8s leads (58/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Poco X8s — 60/100; 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 notably outperforms the Poco X8s (90/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8s and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8s notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (58/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8s notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (65/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Poco X8s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 3032039 | 1464882 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 1270 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 4106 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1220x2656 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6330 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 187 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $437 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco X8s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8s
- 6.3" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2656
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8s
- 6330 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Poco X8s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Poco X8s by 107.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $32. Poco X8s was $32 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8s (90/100 vs 67/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8s and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8s notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (58/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8s notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (65/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Poco X8s?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Poco X8s by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Poco X8s?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Poco X8s — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Poco X8s?
The Poco X8s leads on camera score (58/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Poco X8s?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Poco X8s?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Poco X8s is a better fit for active users.