Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 8T
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi Note 8T (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665; launch prices were $469 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 28/100 (a 43-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 329,457); the Redmi Note 8T is noticeably lighter (190g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi Note 8T
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 329457
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 321
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1128
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 24/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Lighter: 190g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $469
- Better portability (59/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 8T, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 43 points higher (71/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 24/100). 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 8T — 18/100; 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 8T (90/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (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 8T (77/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 8T is a bit better (59/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi Note 8T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 329457 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 321 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1128 | |
| 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 | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 161.1×75.4×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $200 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 8T
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 8T
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 8T
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi Note 8T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 8T by 698.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $269. Redmi Note 8T was $269 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (90/100 vs 24/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (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 8T (77/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 8T is a bit better (59/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 8T?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T by 43 points (71/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 8T?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi Note 8T — 28/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 8T?
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 8T?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 8T?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Redmi Note 8T is a better fit for everyday use.