Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 13
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Redmi Note 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $469 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 41/100 (a 30-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 (3,032,039 vs 476,175); the Redmi Note 13 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi Note 13
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 23/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 13 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $469
- Better portability (67/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 13, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 30 points higher (71/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Redmi Note 13 — 42/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (90/100 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 is a bit better (37/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (67/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi Note 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 3032039 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 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 | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 75 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 162.3×75.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 13
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 13
- 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
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi Note 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 13 by 536.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $269. Redmi Note 13 was $269 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (90/100 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 is a bit better (37/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13 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 13?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 by 30 points (71/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 13?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi Note 13 — 41/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 13?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 23/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 13?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 13?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.