Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi 12C
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85; launch prices were $469 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 25/100 (a 46-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 (2,614,916 vs 346,495); the Redmi 12C is noticeably lighter (192g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi 12C
- Higher AnTuTu: 2614916 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1364
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Lighter: 192g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $469
- Better portability (56/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi 12C, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 46 points higher (71/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100, Redmi 12C — 32/100; 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 12C (90/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi 12C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 2614916 | 346495 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 420 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1364 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1650 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 10W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 45 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $120 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi 12C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi 12C by 654.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $349. Redmi 12C was $349 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (90/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (37/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (77/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 12C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 46 points (71/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi 12C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi 12C — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 12C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 12C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi 12C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi 12C is a better fit for everyday use.