Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi A3 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi A3 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra. 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 (2,604,459 vs 358,608).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi A3 Pro
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Redmi A3 Pro better?
- Better portability (54/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi A3 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 35 points higher (71/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 Pro (91/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 Pro (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 Pro (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3 Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi A3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 10W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 171.9×77.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | — | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi A3 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: —
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi A3 Pro
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi A3 Pro
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi A3 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi A3 Pro by 626.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi A3 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 Pro (91/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 Pro (84/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 Pro (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3 Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi A3 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A3 Pro by 35 points (71/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi A3 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi A3 Pro — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi A3 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi A3 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi A3 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.