Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi 8
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi 8 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439; launch prices were $469 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 23/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,614,916 vs 193,115); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 8 doesn't; the Redmi 8 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi 8
- Higher AnTuTu: 2614916 vs 193115
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 795
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 12/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Lighter: 188g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $140 vs $469
- Better portability (52/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi 8, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 48 points higher (71/100 vs 23/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 12/100). 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 52/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100, Redmi 8 — 24/100; 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 8 (90/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 8 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 8 (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | |
| AnTuTu | 2614916 | 193115 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 199 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 795 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.2" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 156.5×75.4×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $140 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi 8
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 8
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 8
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi 8 by 1254.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $329. Redmi 8 was $329 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (90/100 vs 12/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 8 (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 8 (77/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 8?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 8 by 48 points (71/100 vs 23/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi 8?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi 8 — 23/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi 8?
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 8?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi 8?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi 8 is a better fit for everyday use.