Poco X8 Pro Max vs Sharp Aquos R8s Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 58/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 47 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,757,044); the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro is noticeably lighter (203g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Sharp Aquos R8s Pro
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 47MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Sharp Aquos R8s Pro better?
- Lighter: 203g vs 218g
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 13 points higher (71/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro (77/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Sharp Aquos R8s Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" LTPO IGZO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1260x2730 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 27W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 47 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 161.0×77.0×9.3 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Sharp Aquos R8s Pro
- Main: 47MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sharp Aquos R8s Pro
- 6.6" LTPO IGZO OLED
- Resolution: 1260x2730
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Sharp Aquos R8s Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Sharp Aquos R8s Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Sharp Aquos R8s Pro by 48.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Sharp Aquos R8s Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro (91/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro (77/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Sharp Aquos R8s Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Sharp Aquos R8s Pro is a better fit for active users.