Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 13 (China)
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi Note 13 (China) (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6080. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 50/100 (a 21-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 (2,604,459 vs 573,460); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 13 (China) doesn't; the Redmi Note 13 (China) is noticeably lighter (173g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi Note 13 (China)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 573460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2020
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 13 (China) better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 173g vs 218g
- Better camera (41/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 13 (China), the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 21 points higher (71/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 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 13 (China) (91/100 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 Redmi Note 13 (China) and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (China) (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13 (China) significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (79/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi Note 13 (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 6080 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 573460 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 750 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2020 | |
| 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 | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 161.1×75.0×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 173 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 13 (China)
- Main: 108MP f/1.7
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 13 (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 13 (China)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi Note 13 (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 13 (China) by 354.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 13 (China)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (China) (91/100 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 Redmi Note 13 (China) and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (China) (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13 (China) significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (79/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 13 (China)?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (China) by 21 points (71/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 13 (China)?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi Note 13 (China) — 50/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 13 (China)?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 13 (China)?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.