Poco X8 Pro Max vs Sony Xperia 1 VII
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Sony Xperia 1 VII (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $469 and $1295. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 59/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VII is faster in AnTuTu (2,994,112 vs 2,629,444); the Sony Xperia 1 VII is noticeably lighter (197g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 3094
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 9293
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper: $469 vs $1295
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 21/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2994112 vs 2629444
- Lighter: 197g vs 218g
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (48/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (53/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Sony Xperia 1 VII, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 3 points higher (62/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII leads (48/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (68/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (48/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (77/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (53/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (78/100 vs 21/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Sony Xperia 1 VII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 2994112 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 3094 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 9293 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 157.0×72.0×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 197 g | |
| Price | $469 | $1295 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Sony Xperia 1 VII
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Sony Xperia 1 VII, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 VII leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 12.2% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $826. Poco X8 Pro Max is cheaper by $826.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (68/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (48/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (77/100 vs 41/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VII notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (53/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VII (78/100 vs 21/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Sony Xperia 1 VII 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 Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VII — 59/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Sony Xperia 1 VII leads on camera score (48/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Sony Xperia 1 VII?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Sony Xperia 1 VII is a better fit for active users.