Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi 13C
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi 13C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85; estimated prices are $469 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 23/100 (a 39-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 346,495); the Redmi 13C is noticeably lighter (192g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi 13C
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1364
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Lighter: 192g vs 218g
- Cheaper: $130 vs $469
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 78/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi 13C, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 39 points higher (62/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (32/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 13C leads (100/100 vs 78/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 13C (32/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 13C significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (60/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 13C notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (100/100 vs 78/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi 13C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 346495 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 420 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1364 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | 192 g | |
| Price | $469 | $130 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi 13C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 13C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 13C
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi 13C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi 13C by 658.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $339. Redmi 13C is cheaper by $339.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 13C (32/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C (77/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 13C significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (60/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 13C notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (100/100 vs 78/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 13C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 13C by 39 points (62/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi 13C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Redmi 13C — 23/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 13C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 13C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi 13C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi 13C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.