Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 12 (China)
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Redmi Note 12 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 70/100 vs 46/100 (a 24-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 (2,604,459 vs 521,686); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 12 (China) doesn't; the Redmi Note 12 (China) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi Note 12 (China)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 521686
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 852
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 2048
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 (China) better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 218g
- Better portability (67/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 12 (China), the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 24 points higher (70/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (88/100 vs 44/100). 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 (China) (88/100 vs 44/100). 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 is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (China) (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 (China) notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (67/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi Note 12 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 521686 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 852 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 2048 | |
| 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 | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 165.9×76.2×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 12 (China)
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12 (China)
- 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 (China)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi Note 12 (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 12 (China) by 399.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi Note 12 (China)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (China) (88/100 vs 44/100).
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 is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (China) (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 (China) notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (67/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12 (China)?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (China) by 24 points (70/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 12 (China)?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Redmi Note 12 (China) — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12 (China)?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12 (China)?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 12 (China)?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.