Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 10
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi Note 10 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 678; launch prices were $469 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 42/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 510,711); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 10 doesn't; the Redmi Note 10 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi Note 10
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 510711
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 714
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1577
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 51/100)
- Better value for money (72/100 vs 46/100)
- Lighter: 179g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $469
- Better portability (68/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 10, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 29 points higher (71/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (72/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (90/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (68/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (72/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi Note 10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 678 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 510711 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 714 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1577 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 179 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $200 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 10
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 10
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 10
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi Note 10, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 10 by 414.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $269. Redmi Note 10 was $269 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (90/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (84/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (77/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (68/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (72/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 10?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 by 29 points (71/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 10?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi Note 10 — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 10?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 10?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 10?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi Note 10 is a better fit for everyday use.