Poco X8 Pro Max vs TCL K70
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the TCL K70 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo; launch prices were $469 and $149. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 43/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5200); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 575,630); the TCL K70 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
TCL K70
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 575630
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2014
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
What makes TCL K70 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $149 vs $469
- Better portability (62/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the TCL K70, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 28 points higher (71/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, TCL K70 — 60/100; 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 significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the TCL K70 (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the TCL K70 (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL K70 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (62/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | TCL K70 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G100 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 575630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 167.7×79.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $149 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
TCL K70
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
TCL K70
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
TCL K70
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and TCL K70, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads TCL K70 by 352.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $320. TCL K70 was $320 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL K70 (91/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the TCL K70 (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the TCL K70 (77/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL K70 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (62/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the TCL K70?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL K70 by 28 points (71/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the TCL K70?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the TCL K70 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the TCL K70?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the TCL K70?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the TCL K70?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.