Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 49/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 531,656); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max doesn't; the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (192g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 531656
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 752
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1819
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5020 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 10 Pro Max better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 218g
- Better camera (44/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 22 points higher (71/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (63/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi Note 10 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 531656 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 752 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1819 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5020 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, MIUI 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 164.5×76.2×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
- 5020 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi Note 10 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 10 Pro Max by 389.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi Note 10 Pro Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (91/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (63/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max by 22 points (71/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max?
The Redmi Note 10 Pro Max leads on camera score (44/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.