Poco X8 Pro Max vs Sharp Aquos R9
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Sharp Aquos R9 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3; launch prices were $469 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 68/100 (a 3-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 1,660,924); the Sharp Aquos R9 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Sharp Aquos R9
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1660924
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1860
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5045
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $599
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Sharp Aquos R9 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 240Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 195g vs 218g
- Better camera (60/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Sharp Aquos R9, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 3 points higher (71/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 leads (60/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Sharp Aquos R9 — 50/100; 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 notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (91/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (60/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Sharp Aquos R9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 1660924 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1860 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 5045 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 240 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 156.0×75.0×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Sharp Aquos R9
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sharp Aquos R9
- 6.5" PRO IGZO LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 240 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Sharp Aquos R9
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Sharp Aquos R9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Sharp Aquos R9 by 56.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $130. Poco X8 Pro Max was $130 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (91/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (60/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos R9 (77/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos R9 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Sharp Aquos R9 by just 3 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?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Sharp Aquos R9 — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Sharp Aquos R9 leads on camera score (60/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Sharp Aquos R9?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Sharp Aquos R9 is a better fit for active users.