Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 14 4G
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Redmi Note 14 4G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra; launch prices were $469 and $199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 45/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi Note 14 4G is noticeably lighter (196g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi Note 14 4G
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 760
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 1890
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 38/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 14 4G better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 196g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $469
- Better portability (60/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 14 4G, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 26 points higher (71/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Redmi Note 14 4G — 52/100; 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 14 4G (90/100 vs 38/100). 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 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 14 4G (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 14 4G is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi Note 14 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | MediaTek Helio G99 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 3032039 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 760 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 1890 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 84 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.3×76.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $199 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 14 4G
- Main: 108MP f/1.7
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 14 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 14 4G
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $270. Redmi Note 14 4G was $270 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 4G (90/100 vs 38/100).
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 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 14 4G (77/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 14 4G is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 14 4G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 4G by 26 points (71/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 14 4G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi Note 14 4G — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 14 4G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 14 4G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 14 4G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.