Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 7
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi Note 7 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 660; launch prices were $469 and $170. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 29/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 347,995); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 7 doesn't; the Redmi Note 7 is noticeably lighter (186g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi Note 7
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 347995
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 360
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1115
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 25/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Lighter: 186g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $469
- Better portability (66/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 7, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 42 points higher (71/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 25/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100, Redmi Note 7 — 28/100; 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 7 (90/100 vs 25/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 7 (84/100 vs 32/100). 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 7 (77/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 7 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (66/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi Note 7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 347995 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 360 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1115 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 159.2×75.2×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $170 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 7
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 7
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 7
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi Note 7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 7 by 655.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $299. Redmi Note 7 was $299 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 7 (90/100 vs 25/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 7 (84/100 vs 32/100).
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 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 7 (77/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 7 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (66/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 7?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 7 by 42 points (71/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 7?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi Note 7 — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 7?
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 7?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 7?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi Note 7 is a better fit for everyday use.