Poco X8 Pro Max vs Tecno Pova 7 Neo
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate; launch prices were $469 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 49/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,032,039 vs 575,630).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 575630
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 2014
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 71/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Neo better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 210g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $140 vs $469
- Better camera (39/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Tecno Pova 7 Neo, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 22 points higher (71/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 74/100; 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 Neo (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (49/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Tecno Pova 7 Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 3032039 | 575630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $140 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Tecno Pova 7 Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Tecno Pova 7 Neo by 426.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $329. Tecno Pova 7 Neo was $329 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (90/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (84/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (49/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo by 22 points (71/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 49/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.