Poco X8 Pro Max vs Tecno Pova Neo
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Pova Neo (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G25; estimated prices are $469 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 14/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 155,362); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pova Neo doesn't.
Poco X8 Pro Max
Tecno Pova Neo
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 486
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 214g vs 218g
- Cheaper: $130 vs $469
- Better design/ergonomics (32/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 78/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Tecno Pova Neo, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 48 points higher (62/100 vs 14/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Neo leads (100/100 vs 78/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (77/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova Neo is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Neo notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (100/100 vs 78/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Tecno Pova Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G25 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 155362 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 486 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 480 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 171.4×77.3×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 214 g | |
| Price | $469 | $130 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Pova Neo
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova Neo
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova Neo
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Tecno Pova Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Tecno Pova Neo by 1592.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $339. Tecno Pova Neo is cheaper by $339.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (32/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo (77/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Pova Neo is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Neo notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (100/100 vs 78/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo by 48 points (62/100 vs 14/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Tecno Pova Neo — 14/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Tecno Pova Neo?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova Neo is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.