Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi 13

The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi 13 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra; launch prices were $469 and $170. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 43/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5030); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi 13 is noticeably lighter (199g vs 218g).

The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 by 28 points (71/100 vs 43/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Performance 90
Display 84
Camera 37
Battery 77
Portability 46
Value for money 72
Redmi 13
Performance 38
Display 54
Camera 40
Battery 47
Portability 56
Value for money 56
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 760
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1890
  • Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5030 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (90/100 vs 38/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 47/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Redmi 13 better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 199g vs 218g
  • Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $469

  • Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better portability (56/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi 13, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 28 points higher (71/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100, Redmi 13 — 56/100; 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 13 (90/100 vs 38/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 13 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (77/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13 is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).

Poco X8 Pro Max: The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Redmi 13: The Redmi 13 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco X8 Pro Max Redmi 13
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra
AnTuTu 2629444
Geekbench Single 3228 760
Geekbench Multi 9553 1890
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2772x1280 1080x2460
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 8500 mAh 5030 mAh
Charging 100W 33W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 13 MP
RAM 12GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 14, HyperOS
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 550 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP53
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm 168.6×76.3×8.3 mm
Weight 218 g 199 g
Launch price $469 $170
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Redmi 13
  • Main: 108MP
  • Front: 13MP
40
camera
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Redmi 13
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
54
display
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 8500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Redmi 13
  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
47
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Poco X8 Pro Max
$469
Redmi 13
$170

Launch price difference: $299. Redmi 13 was $299 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (90/100 vs 38/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (84/100 vs 54/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi 13 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 (77/100 vs 47/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi 13 is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 13?

The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13 by 28 points (71/100 vs 43/100).

What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi 13?

The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi 13 — 43/100.

Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 13?

The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 38/100).

Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi 13?

The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi 13 is a better fit for everyday use.