Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi 15
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Redmi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $469 and $180. 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 7000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,032,039 vs 476,175).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi 15
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 74/100)
What makes Redmi 15 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 214g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $469
- Overall rating 43/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi 15, 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 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Redmi 15 — 52/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (90/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (77/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 3032039 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Xiaomi HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 850 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 169.5×80.5×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $180 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 15
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 15
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi 15 by 536.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $289. Redmi 15 was $289 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (90/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 74/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (77/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 15?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 by 28 points (71/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi 15?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi 15 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 15?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 15?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi 15?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.