Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi 14C
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi 14C (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra; launch prices were $469 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 31/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5160); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 358,383).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi 14C
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 358383
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Lighter: 204g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $469
- Better portability (55/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi 14C, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 40 points higher (71/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100, Redmi 14C — 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 14C (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (37/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 14C is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi 14C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 171.9×77.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $120 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi 14C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 14C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 14C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi 14C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi 14C by 633.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $349. Redmi 14C was $349 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (90/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (84/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (37/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 14C is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 14C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C by 40 points (71/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi 14C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi 14C — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 14C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 14C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi 14C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi 14C is a better fit for everyday use.