Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi 15C
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi 15C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85; launch prices were $469 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 36/100 (a 35-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 346,495); the Redmi 15C is noticeably lighter (200g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi 15C
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1364
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Lighter: 200g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $469
- Better portability (57/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi 15C, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 35 points higher (71/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 49/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100, Redmi 15C — 54/100; 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 15C (90/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (84/100 vs 43/100). 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 15C (77/100 vs 49/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15C is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi 15C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 346495 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 420 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1364 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 810 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 173.2×81.1×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $120 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi 15C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 15C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 15C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi 15C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi 15C by 658.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $349. Redmi 15C was $349 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (90/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C (84/100 vs 43/100).
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 15C (77/100 vs 49/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 15C is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 15C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 15C by 35 points (71/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi 15C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi 15C — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 15C?
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 15C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi 15C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi 15C is a better fit for everyday use.