Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $469 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 94/100 vs 71/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 8500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 2,614,916).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $730
- Overall rating 71/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 2614916
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3228
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 9553
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 8500 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 84/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 23 points higher (94/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 77/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100, Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (98/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (90/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (95/100 vs 77/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2614916 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | — | |
| Launch price | $469 | $730 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 33.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $261. Poco X8 Pro Max was $261 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (98/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (90/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (95/100 vs 77/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max by 23 points (94/100 vs 71/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 94/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi K100 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.