Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 12S
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 48/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 493,222); the Redmi Note 12S is noticeably lighter (176g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi Note 12S
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 678
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1895
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 69/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 176g vs 218g
- Better camera (44/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 12S, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 23 points higher (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 41/100). 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 12S (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (84/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12S notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (72/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi Note 12S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G96 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 493222 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 678 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1895 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 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 / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 176 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi Note 12S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 12S by 433.1% in our overall performance rating.
Redmi Note 12S
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (90/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (84/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12S notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (72/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S by 23 points (71/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 12S?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi Note 12S — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi Note 12S leads on camera score (44/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 12S?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi Note 12S is a better fit for everyday use.