Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi Note 9 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi Note 9 Pro (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G; launch prices were $469 and $270. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 41/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 517,460).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi Note 9 Pro
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5020 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Note 9 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 209g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $270 vs $469
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi Note 9 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 30 points higher (71/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Redmi Note 9 Pro — 28/100; 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 9 Pro (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (77/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 9 Pro are nearly equal (46/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi Note 9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 517460 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5020 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| 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 | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $270 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- 5020 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi Note 9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 9 Pro by 403.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $199. Redmi Note 9 Pro was $199 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (91/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (77/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 9 Pro are nearly equal (46/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 9 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro by 30 points (71/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 9 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi Note 9 Pro — 41/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi Note 9 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi Note 9 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.