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. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 26/100 (a 36-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 (2,629,444 vs 639,225); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 15a doesn't.
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi 15a
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2073
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 210g vs 218g
- Better design/ergonomics (37/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi 15a, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 36 points higher (62/100 vs 26/100). 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 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (32/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 15a is a bit better (37/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi 15a | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Unisoc T8300 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 639225 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 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, HyperOS 3, up to 4 major Android upgrades | |
| 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 | |
| Price | $469 | — |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi 15a
- Main: 32MP f/f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
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
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 15a
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi 15a, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi 15a by 311.3% in our overall performance rating.
Redmi 15a
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (32/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a (77/100 vs 46/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 15a is a bit better (37/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 15a (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 15a?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15a by 36 points (62/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi 15a?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Redmi 15a — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 15a?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 15a?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi 15a?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi 15a is a better fit for everyday use.