Poco X8 Pro Max vs Tecno Spark 50 5G
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Spark 50 5G (2026) runs on the Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $469 and $179. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 47/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6500); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 524,785); the Tecno Spark 50 5G is noticeably lighter (195g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 69/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 195g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $469
- Better portability (64/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Tecno Spark 50 5G, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 24 points higher (71/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100, Tecno Spark 50 5G — 62/100; 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 50 5G (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 50 5G notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (64/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Tecno Spark 50 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $179 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Tecno Spark 50 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Tecno Spark 50 5G by 401.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $290. Tecno Spark 50 5G was $290 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (90/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 50 5G notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (64/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 5G by 24 points (71/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Tecno Spark 50 5G — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Tecno Spark 50 5G is a better fit for everyday use.