Poco X8 Pro Max vs Tecno Pova Neo 2
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 30/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 348,562); the Poco X8 Pro Max is thinner (8.2mm vs 9.6mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Tecno Pova Neo 2
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Neo 2 better?
- Overall rating 30/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Tecno Pova Neo 2, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 41 points higher (71/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (77/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (46/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Tecno Pova Neo 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 348562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 419 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1461 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, HIOS 8.6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 170.9×77.8×9.6 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | — | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pova Neo 2
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova Neo 2
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova Neo 2
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Tecno Pova Neo 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Tecno Pova Neo 2 by 647.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Pova Neo 2
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (84/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (37/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (77/100 vs 55/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (46/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova Neo 2?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 by 41 points (71/100 vs 30/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Pova Neo 2?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Tecno Pova Neo 2 — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova Neo 2?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova Neo 2?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Tecno Pova Neo 2?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.