Poco X8 Pro Max vs TCL P80 Pro 5G
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the TCL P80 Pro 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Elite; launch prices were $469 and $279. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 57/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5800); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 953,150).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
TCL P80 Pro 5G
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3185
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5800 mAh
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 57/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 61/100)
What makes TCL P80 Pro 5G better?
- Cheaper at launch: $279 vs $469
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the TCL P80 Pro 5G, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 14 points higher (71/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, TCL P80 Pro 5G — 58/100; 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 Pro 5G (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the TCL P80 Pro 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 Pro 5G (77/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | TCL P80 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1280x2766 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5800 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 | $279 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
TCL P80 Pro 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 Pro 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 Pro 5G
- 5800 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and TCL P80 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads TCL P80 Pro 5G by 173.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $190. TCL P80 Pro 5G was $190 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the TCL P80 Pro 5G (91/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the TCL P80 Pro 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 Pro 5G (77/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the TCL P80 Pro 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the TCL P80 Pro 5G — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the TCL P80 Pro 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the TCL P80 Pro 5G — 57/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the TCL P80 Pro 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the TCL P80 Pro 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.