Poco X8 Pro Max vs Tecno Spark 50 Pro

The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Spark 50 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate; launch prices were $469 and $160. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 45/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 576,015); the Tecno Spark 50 Pro is noticeably lighter (195g vs 218g).

The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 Pro by 26 points (71/100 vs 45/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Performance 90
Display 84
Camera 37
Battery 77
Portability 46
Value for money 72
Tecno Spark 50 Pro
Performance 44
Display 55
Camera 30
Battery 59
Portability 64
Value for money 62
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 576015
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 727
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2014
  • Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 60W

  • Higher performance (90/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 59/100)
  • Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 50 Pro better?
  • Lighter: 195g vs 218g
  • Cheaper at launch: $160 vs $469

  • Better portability (64/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Tecno Spark 50 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 26 points higher (71/100 vs 45/100). 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 59/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100, Tecno Spark 50 Pro — 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 Pro (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 Pro (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 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 Pro (77/100 vs 59/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (64/100 vs 46/100).

Poco X8 Pro Max: The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Tecno Spark 50 Pro: The Tecno Spark 50 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco X8 Pro Max Tecno Spark 50 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate
AnTuTu 2629444 576015
Geekbench Single 3228 727
Geekbench Multi 9553 2014
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2772x1280 720x1612
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8500 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 100W 60W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP68
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm 167.8×79.2×7.8 mm
Weight 218 g 195 g
Launch price $469 $160
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Tecno Spark 50 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Tecno Spark 50 Pro
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 8500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Tecno Spark 50 Pro
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 60W
  • No wireless charging
59
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Tecno Spark 50 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco X8 Pro Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
71/100
2629444 AnTuTu
Tecno Spark 50 Pro MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate
45/100 -356.5%
576015 AnTuTu

Poco X8 Pro Max leads Tecno Spark 50 Pro by 356.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Poco X8 Pro Max
$469
Tecno Spark 50 Pro
$160

Launch price difference: $309. Tecno Spark 50 Pro was $309 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 Pro (90/100 vs 44/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 Pro (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 notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 Pro (77/100 vs 59/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (64/100 vs 46/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Spark 50 Pro?

The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 50 Pro by 26 points (71/100 vs 45/100).

What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Spark 50 Pro?

The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro — 45/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Spark 50 Pro?

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 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 50 Pro?

The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Tecno Spark 50 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.