Poco X8 Pro Max vs Tecno Pova 7 5G
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Pova 7 5G (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $469 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 54/100 (a 17-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 825,080).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Tecno Pova 7 5G
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 825080
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 49/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 5G better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 205g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $469
- Better camera (39/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 77/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Tecno Pova 7 5G, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 17 points higher (71/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 49/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Tecno Pova 7 5G — 68/100; 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 7 5G (91/100 vs 49/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (79/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Tecno Pova 7 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 825080 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Tecno Pova 7 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Tecno Pova 7 5G by 215.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $269. Tecno Pova 7 5G was $269 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (91/100 vs 49/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 5G (84/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (79/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 7 5G is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova 7 5G — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Tecno Pova 7 5G — 54/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 49/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Tecno Pova 7 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Tecno Pova 7 5G is a better fit for those who care about battery life.