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).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi 13
- 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)
- 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)
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).
| 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 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi 13
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 13
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 13
- 5030 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Launch price difference: $299. Redmi 13 was $299 cheaper at launch.
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).
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.