Poco X8 Pro Max vs Tecno Pova 6 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Pova 6 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6080; launch prices were $469 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 53/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 573,460); the Tecno Pova 6 Pro is noticeably lighter (198g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Tecno Pova 6 Pro
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 573460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2020
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 70W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 61/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 6 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 198g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $469
- Better camera (46/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Tecno Pova 6 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 18 points higher (71/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 61/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Tecno Pova 6 Pro — 56/100; 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 Pova 6 Pro (91/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 6 Pro is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 Pro (77/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 6 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (61/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Tecno Pova 6 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 6080 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 573460 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 750 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2020 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 70W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 165.5×76.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pova 6 Pro
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 6 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 6 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Tecno Pova 6 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Tecno Pova 6 Pro by 354.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $219. Tecno Pova 6 Pro was $219 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 Pro (91/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 6 Pro is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 6 Pro (77/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 6 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (61/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova 6 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova 6 Pro — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Pova 6 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Tecno Pova 6 Pro — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova 6 Pro?
The Tecno Pova 6 Pro leads on camera score (46/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova 6 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Tecno Pova 6 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.