Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 14
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Redmi Note 14 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra; launch prices were $469 and $199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 53/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5110); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,032,039 vs 668,462); the Redmi Note 14 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi Note 14
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 668462
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 969
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 2321
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5110 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 14 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $469
- Better camera (44/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (65/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 14, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 18 points higher (71/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Redmi Note 14 — 68/100; 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 (90/100 vs 49/100). 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 14 is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 14 (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 14 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (65/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi Note 14 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | MediaTek Dimensity 7025 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 3032039 | 668462 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 969 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 2321 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5110 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 103 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 162.4×75.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $199 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 14
- Main: 108MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 14
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 14
- 5110 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi Note 14, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 14 by 353.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $270. Redmi Note 14 was $270 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 14 (90/100 vs 49/100).
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 14 is a bit better (44/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 14 (77/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 14 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (65/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 14?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 14 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 14?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi Note 14 — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 14?
The Redmi Note 14 leads on camera score (44/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 14?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 14?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.