Poco X8 Pro Max vs Tecno Pova 4 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Pova 4 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 44/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 554,590); the Poco X8 Pro Max is thinner (8.2mm vs 9.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Tecno Pova 4 Pro
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 68/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 28/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 4 Pro better?
- Overall rating 44/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Tecno Pova 4 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 27 points higher (71/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 4 Pro (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 4 Pro (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 4 Pro (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 4 Pro (46/100 vs 28/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Tecno Pova 4 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G99 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 554590 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, HIOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 164.8×77.0×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | — | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pova 4 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 4 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 4 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Tecno Pova 4 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Tecno Pova 4 Pro by 369.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Pova 4 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 4 Pro (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 4 Pro (84/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 4 Pro (77/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 4 Pro (46/100 vs 28/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova 4 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 4 Pro by 27 points (71/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Pova 4 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Tecno Pova 4 Pro — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova 4 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova 4 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Tecno Pova 4 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.