Poco X8 Pro Max vs Tecno Spark 10C

The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Spark 10C (2023) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A; launch prices were $469 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 21/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 153,667); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 10C doesn't; the Tecno Spark 10C is noticeably lighter (189g vs 218g).

The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C by 50 points (71/100 vs 21/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Performance 90
Display 84
Camera 37
Battery 77
Portability 46
Value for money 72
Tecno Spark 10C
Performance 9
Display 32
Camera 10
Battery 43
Portability 60
Value for money 26
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 153667
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 205
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 846
  • Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (90/100 vs 9/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 10C better?
  • Lighter: 189g vs 218g
  • Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $469

  • Better portability (60/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Tecno Spark 10C, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 50 points higher (71/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100, Tecno Spark 10C — 26/100; 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 Spark 10C (90/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 10C is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).

Poco X8 Pro Max: The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Tecno Spark 10C: The Tecno Spark 10C is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco X8 Pro Max Tecno Spark 10C
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Unisoc SC9863A
AnTuTu 2629444 153667
Geekbench Single 3228 205
Geekbench Multi 9553 846
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 2772x1280 720x1612
Refresh rate 120 Hz 60 Hz
Battery 8500 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W 18W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 5 MP
RAM 12GB 4GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 16 Android, HIOS 8.6
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm 163.9×75.5×8.5 mm
Weight 218 g 189 g
Launch price $469 $100
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Tecno Spark 10C
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Tecno Spark 10C
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 8500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Tecno Spark 10C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Tecno Spark 10C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco X8 Pro Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
71/100
2629444 AnTuTu
Tecno Spark 10C Unisoc SC9863A
21/100 -1611.1%
153667 AnTuTu

Poco X8 Pro Max leads Tecno Spark 10C by 1611.1% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Poco X8 Pro Max
$469
Tecno Spark 10C
$100

Launch price difference: $369. Tecno Spark 10C was $369 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (90/100 vs 9/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (84/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (37/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C (77/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 10C is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Spark 10C?

The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 10C by 50 points (71/100 vs 21/100).

What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Spark 10C?

The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Tecno Spark 10C — 21/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Spark 10C?

The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Spark 10C?

The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 9/100).

Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Tecno Spark 10C?

The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Tecno Spark 10C is a better fit for everyday use.