Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi A5
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36; launch prices were $469 and $90. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 25/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 193,858); the Redmi A5 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi A5
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 193858
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 781
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi A5 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $469
- Better portability (64/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi A5, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 46 points higher (71/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 11/100). 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 66/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Redmi A5 — 42/100; 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 (91/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (64/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi A5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G36 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 193858 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 189 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 781 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $90 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi A5
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi A5
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi A5
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi A5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi A5 by 1243.5% in our overall performance rating.
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 (91/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi A5 (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (64/100 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 46 points (71/100 vs 25/100).
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 — 25/100.
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 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi A5?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 11/100).
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.