Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 15
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi Note 15 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3; launch prices were $469 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 57/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5520); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,614,916 vs 822,983); the Redmi Note 15 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi Note 15
- Higher AnTuTu: 2614916 vs 822983
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2920
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5520 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 178g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $469
- Better camera (46/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 15, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 14 points higher (71/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100, Redmi Note 15 — 72/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (90/100 vs 55/100). 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 15 is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (77/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 15 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (79/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi Note 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2614916 | 822983 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 1015 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 2920 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2392x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5520 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 164.0×75.4×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 178 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $229 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 15
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2392x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 15
- 5520 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi Note 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 15 by 217.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $240. Redmi Note 15 was $240 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (90/100 vs 55/100).
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 15 is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 15 (77/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 15 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (79/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 15?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Redmi Note 15 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 15?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi Note 15 — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 15?
The Redmi Note 15 leads on camera score (46/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 15?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 15?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi Note 15 is a better fit for everyday use.