Poco X8 Pro Max vs Sony Xperia 5 IV
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Sony Xperia 5 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1; estimated prices are $469 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 44/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 1,242,193); the Sony Xperia 5 IV is noticeably lighter (172g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 1242193
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1675
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 4453
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Cheaper: $469 vs $799
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 18/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 36/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 172g vs 218g
- Better camera (56/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (85/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Sony Xperia 5 IV, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 18 points higher (62/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV leads (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (65/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (56/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (85/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Sony Xperia 5 IV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 1242193 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 4453 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 119 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 156.0×67.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 172 g | |
| Price | $469 | $799 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- Main: 12MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Sony Xperia 5 IV
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Sony Xperia 5 IV, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Sony Xperia 5 IV by 111.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $330. Poco X8 Pro Max is cheaper by $330.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (65/100 vs 18/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (56/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (77/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 5 IV significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (85/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 5 IV (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Sony Xperia 5 IV — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Sony Xperia 5 IV — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Sony Xperia 5 IV leads on camera score (56/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 18/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Sony Xperia 5 IV?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Sony Xperia 5 IV is a better fit for everyday use.