Poco X8 Pro Max vs Sharp Aquos R9 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro leads — 76/100 vs 71/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,797,821); the Poco X8 Pro Max is thinner (8.2mm vs 9.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Sharp Aquos R9 Pro
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1797821
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 218g vs 229g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 27/100)
What makes Sharp Aquos R9 Pro better?
- Higher refresh rate: 240Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (81/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro scores 5 points higher (76/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro leads (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro (46/100 vs 27/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Sharp Aquos R9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 1797821 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1923 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 5179 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1440x3120 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 240 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 162.0×78.0×9.3 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 229 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Sharp Aquos R9 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sharp Aquos R9 Pro
- 6.7" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1440x3120
- Refresh rate: 240 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Sharp Aquos R9 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Sharp Aquos R9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Sharp Aquos R9 Pro by 44.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Sharp Aquos R9 Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro (91/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (81/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro (46/100 vs 27/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro?
The Sharp Aquos R9 Pro edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro?
The Sharp Aquos R9 Pro leads on camera score (81/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Sharp Aquos R9 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Sharp Aquos R9 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.