Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi A5
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7250; launch prices were $469 and $90. 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 5200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 32 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A5 doesn't; the Redmi A5 is noticeably lighter (193g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi A5
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 1800
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi A5 better?
- Lighter: 193g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $469
- Better portability (60/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi A5, 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 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Redmi A5 — 64/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (37/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi A5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Unisoc T7250 | |
| AnTuTu | 3032039 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 600 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 1800 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1640x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 (Go Edition) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 171.7×77.8×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $90 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi A5
- Main: 32MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi A5
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1640x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi A5
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $379. Redmi A5 was $379 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (90/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (37/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (77/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi A5?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 by 35 points (71/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi A5?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi A5 — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi A5?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi A5?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi A5?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.