Poco X8 Pro Max vs Sharp Aquos Sense8
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Sharp Aquos Sense8 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 49/100 (a 22-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 737,054); the Sharp Aquos Sense8 is noticeably lighter (159g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Sharp Aquos Sense8
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 737054
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2700
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 70/100)
What makes Sharp Aquos Sense8 better?
- Lighter: 159g vs 218g
- Better portability (79/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Sharp Aquos Sense8, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 22 points higher (71/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos Sense8 (91/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Sharp Aquos Sense8 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos Sense8 (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos Sense8 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (79/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Sharp Aquos Sense8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 737054 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 930 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2700 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.1" IGZO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 153.0×71.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 159 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Sharp Aquos Sense8
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sharp Aquos Sense8
- 6.1" IGZO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Sharp Aquos Sense8
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Sharp Aquos Sense8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Sharp Aquos Sense8 by 253.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Sharp Aquos Sense8
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos Sense8 (91/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Sharp Aquos Sense8 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos Sense8 (77/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos Sense8 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (79/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Sharp Aquos Sense8?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos Sense8 by 22 points (71/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Sharp Aquos Sense8?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Sharp Aquos Sense8 — 49/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Sharp Aquos Sense8?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Sharp Aquos Sense8?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.