Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi 10C
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi 10C (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G; launch prices were $469 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 34/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 421,228); the Redmi 10C is noticeably lighter (190g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi 10C
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 421228
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1410
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Lighter: 190g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $469
- Better portability (62/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi 10C, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 37 points higher (71/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100, Redmi 10C — 44/100; 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 Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (90/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 10C notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (62/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi 10C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 421228 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 412 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1410 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1650 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 169.6×76.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $150 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi 10C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 10C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 10C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi 10C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi 10C by 524.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $319. Redmi 10C was $319 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (90/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C (77/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 10C notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (62/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 10C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 10C by 37 points (71/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi 10C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi 10C — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 10C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 10C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi 10C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi 10C is a better fit for everyday use.