Poco X8 Pro Max vs Sony Xperia 5 III
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Sony Xperia 5 III (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 888; launch prices were $469 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 51/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,135,878); the Sony Xperia 5 III is noticeably lighter (168g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Sony Xperia 5 III
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $999
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 5 III better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 218g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Sony Xperia 5 III, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 20 points higher (71/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Sony Xperia 5 III — 12/100; 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 Sony Xperia 5 III (91/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 III (37/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 III (77/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (76/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Sony Xperia 5 III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65/IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 157.0×68.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 168 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Sony Xperia 5 III
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 III
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Sony Xperia 5 III
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Sony Xperia 5 III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Sony Xperia 5 III by 129.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $530. Poco X8 Pro Max was $530 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 III (91/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 III (37/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 III (77/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 5 III significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (76/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Sony Xperia 5 III?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 III by 20 points (71/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Sony Xperia 5 III?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Sony Xperia 5 III — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Sony Xperia 5 III?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Sony Xperia 5 III?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Sony Xperia 5 III?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Sony Xperia 5 III is a better fit for active users.