Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 12 4G
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi Note 12 4G (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 44/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 476,175); the Redmi Note 12 4G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi Note 12 4G
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 4G better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 218g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 12 4G, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 27 points higher (71/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 34/100). 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 12 4G (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 12 4G are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 4G notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (70/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi Note 12 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 165.7×76.0×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 12 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12 4G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi Note 12 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 12 4G by 447.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi Note 12 4G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (91/100 vs 34/100).
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 Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 12 4G are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 4G notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (70/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12 4G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G by 27 points (71/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 12 4G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi Note 12 4G — 44/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12 4G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 12 4G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.