Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi K50 Gaming
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi K50 Gaming (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 41/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 1,290,942).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi K50 Gaming
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 1290942
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1675
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 4453
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4700 mAh
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 18/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 54/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 210g vs 218g
- Better camera (41/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (37/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi K50 Gaming, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 21 points higher (62/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 18/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 54/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 Gaming (65/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi K50 Gaming is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K50 Gaming (77/100 vs 54/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K50 Gaming is a bit better (37/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K50 Gaming (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi K50 Gaming | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 1290942 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 4453 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 162.5×76.7×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 210 g | |
| Price | $469 | — |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K50 Gaming
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K50 Gaming
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K50 Gaming
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi K50 Gaming, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi K50 Gaming by 103.7% in our overall performance rating.
Redmi K50 Gaming
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 Gaming (65/100 vs 18/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K50 Gaming is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K50 Gaming (77/100 vs 54/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi K50 Gaming is a bit better (37/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K50 Gaming (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi K50 Gaming?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 Gaming by 21 points (62/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi K50 Gaming?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Redmi K50 Gaming — 41/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi K50 Gaming?
The Redmi K50 Gaming leads on camera score (41/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi K50 Gaming?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 18/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi K50 Gaming?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K50 Gaming is a better fit for everyday use.