Poco X8 Pro Max vs Tecno Pop 5X
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 9/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Tecno Pop 5X
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 150g vs 218g
- Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 53 points higher (62/100 vs 9/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (77/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (100/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Tecno Pop 5X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 150 g | |
| Price | $469 | — |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (32/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (77/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pop 5X significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (100/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 53 points (62/100 vs 9/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 9/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.