Poco X8 Pro Max vs Tecno Spark 20C
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Spark 20C (2023) runs on the MediaTek. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 16/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Spark 20C doesn't.
Poco X8 Pro Max
Tecno Spark 20C
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Tecno Spark 20C, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 46 points higher (62/100 vs 16/100). 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 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 20C notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (50/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Tecno Spark 20C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.7×75.6×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | — | |
| Price | $469 | — |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Spark 20C
- Main: —
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 20C
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 20C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 20C
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (32/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (77/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Tecno Spark 20C notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (50/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C by 46 points (62/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Tecno Spark 20C — 16/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Spark 20C?
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 Spark 20C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Tecno Spark 20C?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.