Poco X8 Pro Max vs Tecno Spark 9 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Tecno Spark 9 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 38/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 348,562).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Tecno Spark 9 Pro
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 9 Pro better?
- Better portability (48/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Tecno Spark 9 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 33 points higher (71/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9 Pro (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 9 Pro (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9 Pro (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 9 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Tecno Spark 9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 348562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 419 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1461 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, HIOS 8.6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 164.2×75.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | — | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Tecno Spark 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 9 Pro
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 9 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Tecno Spark 9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Tecno Spark 9 Pro by 647.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Spark 9 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9 Pro (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 9 Pro (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9 Pro (77/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 9 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Spark 9 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 9 Pro by 33 points (71/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Tecno Spark 9 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Tecno Spark 9 Pro — 38/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Tecno Spark 9 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Tecno Spark 9 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.