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).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Tecno Spark 10C
- 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)
- Lighter: 189g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $469
- Better portability (60/100 vs 46/100)
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).
| 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 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Spark 10C
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 10C
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 10C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Tecno Spark 10C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Tecno Spark 10C by 1611.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $369. Tecno Spark 10C was $369 cheaper at launch.
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).
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.