Poco X8 Pro Max vs Redmi R70
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Redmi R70 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8300; launch prices were $469 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 39/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 639,225); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi R70 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Redmi R70
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2073
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi R70 better?
- Lighter: 210g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $469
- Better portability (51/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Redmi R70, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 32 points higher (71/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Redmi R70 — 60/100; 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 R70 (91/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi R70 is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Redmi R70 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Unisoc T8300 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 639225 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2073 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi R70
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi R70
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi R70
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Redmi R70, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Redmi R70 by 307.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $349. Redmi R70 was $349 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 (91/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi R70 (77/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi R70 is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi R70?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi R70 by 32 points (71/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Redmi R70?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Redmi R70 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi R70?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Redmi R70?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Redmi R70?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.