Poco X8 Pro Max vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate; launch prices were $469 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 65/100 (a 6-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 1,673,316).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1673316
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4313
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 70W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 69/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 72/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 209g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $469
- Better camera (43/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 6 points higher (71/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 69/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 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 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (91/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 1673316 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Tecno Pova 7 Ultra by 55.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $169. Tecno Pova 7 Ultra was $169 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (91/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra are nearly equal (46/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on camera score (43/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.