Poco X8 Pro Max vs Tecno Spark 40
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81; launch prices were $469 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 36/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5200); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 358,383); the Tecno Spark 40 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Tecno Spark 40
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 358383
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 44/100)
- Lighter: 192g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $469
- Better portability (64/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Tecno Spark 40, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 35 points higher (71/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100, Tecno Spark 40 — 54/100; 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 40 (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (84/100 vs 44/100). 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 (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (64/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Tecno Spark 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 358383 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1612x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 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 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 167.7×77.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $120 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1612x720
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Tecno Spark 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Tecno Spark 40 by 633.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $349. Tecno Spark 40 was $349 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (90/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (84/100 vs 44/100).
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 (77/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (64/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 by 35 points (71/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Spark 40?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Spark 40?
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?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Tecno Spark 40?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Tecno Spark 40 is a better fit for everyday use.