Poco X8 Pro Max vs Tecno Camon 50 Ultra
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultimate; launch prices were $469 and $249. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 63/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6500); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 971,081); the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra is noticeably lighter (178g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Tecno Camon 50 Ultra
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 971081
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3185
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Tecno Camon 50 Ultra better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $249 vs $469
- Better camera (61/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 8 points higher (71/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra leads (61/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 58/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Tecno Camon 50 Ultra — 76/100; 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 Tecno Camon 50 Ultra (91/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (61/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra (77/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (74/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Tecno Camon 50 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 971081 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1208x2644 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 162.4×77.0×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 178 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $249 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Camon 50 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Camon 50 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2644
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Camon 50 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Tecno Camon 50 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Tecno Camon 50 Ultra by 168.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $220. Tecno Camon 50 Ultra was $220 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra (91/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (61/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra (77/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (74/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra?
The Tecno Camon 50 Ultra leads on camera score (61/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Tecno Camon 50 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Tecno Camon 50 Ultra is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.