Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi K80
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Redmi K80 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $469 and $345. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 70/100 vs 67/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6550); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 2,277,927).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi K80
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 2277927
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6550 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 82/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Redmi K80 better?
- Lighter: 213g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $345 vs $469
- Better display (90/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi K80, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 3 points higher (70/100 vs 67/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 64/100, Redmi K80 — 68/100; 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 is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K80 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi K80 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 2277927 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6550 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 160.3×75.0×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $345 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K80
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K80
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80
- 6550 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi K80, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi K80 by 14.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $124. Redmi K80 was $124 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K80 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi K80?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Redmi K80 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi K80?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Redmi K80 — 67/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi K80?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi K80?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi K80 is a better fit for gamers and power users.