Poco X8 Pro Max vs Tecno Spark 40 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100; estimated prices are $450 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 46/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 576,015); the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is noticeably lighter (195g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 576015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2014
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 70/100)
- Lighter: 195g vs 218g
- Cheaper: $150 vs $450
- Better portability (76/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Tecno Spark 40 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 25 points higher (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (76/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Tecno Spark 40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G100 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 576015 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1224x2720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, HIOS 15.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.7×75.9×6.7 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 195 g | |
| Price | $450 | $150 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Tecno Spark 40 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 356.5% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $300. Tecno Spark 40 Pro is cheaper by $300.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (90/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (77/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (76/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 25 points (71/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.