Poco X8 Pro Max vs Tecno Phantom X
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Phantom X (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 47/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4700); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 535,127); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Phantom X doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Tecno Phantom X
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X better?
- Better camera (49/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Tecno Phantom X, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 24 points higher (71/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X leads (49/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X (84/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X is a bit better (49/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X (77/100 vs 40/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Tecno Phantom X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G95 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 535127 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 672 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1908 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 4700 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 48 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, HIOS 7.6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.5×73.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | — | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Phantom X
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 13MP
- Front: 48MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom X
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom X
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Tecno Phantom X, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Tecno Phantom X by 386.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Phantom X
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X (91/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom X (84/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X is a bit better (49/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X (77/100 vs 40/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Phantom X?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom X by 24 points (71/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Phantom X?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Tecno Phantom X — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Phantom X?
The Tecno Phantom X leads on camera score (49/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Phantom X?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Tecno Phantom X?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.