Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi 15
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi 15 (2026) 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 46/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 476,175); the Redmi 15 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi 15
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Redmi 15 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 195g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $469
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi 15, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 25 points higher (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Redmi 15 — 58/100; 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 (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15 is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5500 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 15, HyperOS 2.2 | |
| 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 | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $180 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi 15
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 15
- 5500 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 447.0% 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 (91/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (77/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15 is a bit better (57/100 vs 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 25 points (71/100 vs 46/100).
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 — 46/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 15?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 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.