Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi 15a
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi 15a (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8300; launch prices were $469 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 42/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 32 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 639,225); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 15a doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi 15a
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2073
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi 15a better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $469
- Better portability (51/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi 15a, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 29 points higher (71/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Redmi 15a — 64/100; 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 15a (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (37/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15a is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi 15a | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Unisoc T8300 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 639225 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2073 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6300 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $130 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi 15a
- Main: 32MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 15a
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 15a
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi 15a, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi 15a by 307.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $339. Redmi 15a was $339 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (91/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (37/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (77/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15a is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 15a?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a by 29 points (71/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi 15a?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi 15a — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 15a?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 15a?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi 15a?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.