Poco X8 Pro Max vs Tecno Camon 40 Premier
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350; launch prices were $469 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads — 73/100 vs 71/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5100); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,724,757); the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is noticeably lighter (193g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1724757
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4313
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 70W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Tecno Camon 40 Premier better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 193g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $469
- Better camera (81/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Tecno Camon 40 Premier, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier scores 2 points higher (73/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Tecno Camon 40 Premier — 70/100; 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 Tecno Camon 40 Premier (91/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (66/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Tecno Camon 40 Premier | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 8350 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 1724757 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 70W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 161.0×75.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Camon 40 Premier
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Tecno Camon 40 Premier, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Tecno Camon 40 Premier by 51.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $19. Tecno Camon 40 Premier was $19 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (91/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (81/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 40 Premier (77/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (66/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Tecno Camon 40 Premier edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Tecno Camon 40 Premier — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Tecno Camon 40 Premier leads on camera score (81/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Tecno Camon 40 Premier?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Tecno Camon 40 Premier is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.