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.

The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 20C by 46 points (62/100 vs 16/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Performance 65
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 27
Value for money 78
Tecno Spark 20C
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
  • 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)
What makes Tecno Spark 20C better?

  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict

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).

Poco X8 Pro Max: The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Spark 20C: The Tecno Spark 20C is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Tecno Spark 20C
  • Main: —
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Tecno Spark 20C
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 8500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Tecno Spark 20C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco X8 Pro Max
$469
Tecno Spark 20C
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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).

Frequently asked questions
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.