Poco X8 Pro Max vs TCL P80 5G
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the TCL P80 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Elite; launch prices were $469 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 55/100 (a 16-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 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
TCL P80 5G
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 52/100)
What makes TCL P80 5G better?
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $469
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the TCL P80 5G, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 16 points higher (71/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, TCL P80 5G — 64/100; 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 P80 5G (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the TCL P80 5G and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the TCL P80 5G (77/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | TCL P80 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 879714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1280x2766 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | — | |
| Launch price | $469 | $229 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
TCL P80 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
TCL P80 5G
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2766
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
TCL P80 5G
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and TCL P80 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads TCL P80 5G by 196.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $240. TCL P80 5G was $240 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL P80 5G (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the TCL P80 5G and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the TCL P80 5G (77/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the TCL P80 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the TCL P80 5G — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the TCL P80 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the TCL P80 5G — 55/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the TCL P80 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the TCL P80 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.