Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi 4 Prime
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi 4 Prime (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625; launch prices were $469 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 22/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 218,879); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 4 Prime doesn't; the Redmi 4 Prime is noticeably lighter (156g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi 4 Prime
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 218879
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 862
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 14/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Lighter: 156g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $469
- Better portability (74/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi 4 Prime, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 49 points higher (71/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100, Redmi 4 Prime — 20/100; 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 4 Prime (90/100 vs 14/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (77/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 4 Prime notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (74/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi 4 Prime | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 218879 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 189 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 862 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 5.0" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 4100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 3GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 141.3×69.6×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 156 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $150 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi 4 Prime
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 4 Prime
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 4 Prime
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi 4 Prime, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi 4 Prime by 1101.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $319. Redmi 4 Prime was $319 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (90/100 vs 14/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (77/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 4 Prime notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (74/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 4 Prime?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime by 49 points (71/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi 4 Prime?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi 4 Prime — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 4 Prime?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 4 Prime?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 14/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi 4 Prime?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi 4 Prime is a better fit for everyday use.