Poco X8 Pro Max vs Tecno Pova Curve
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate; launch prices were $469 and $219. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 58/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 877,641); the Tecno Pova Curve is noticeably lighter (189g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Tecno Pova Curve
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 877641
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 64/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 189g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $469
- Better camera (39/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Tecno Pova Curve, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 13 points higher (71/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100, Tecno Pova Curve — 76/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 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 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (70/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Tecno Pova Curve | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Dimensity 7300 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 877641 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $219 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pova Curve
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova Curve
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Tecno Pova Curve, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Tecno Pova Curve by 199.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $250. Tecno Pova Curve was $250 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (90/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 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 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pova Curve notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (70/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Tecno Pova Curve — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Tecno Pova Curve — 58/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Tecno Pova Curve?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Tecno Pova Curve is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.