Poco X8 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 12 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 12 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 70/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4600); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,349,808).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Xiaomi 12 Pro
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1349808
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 69/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 71/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 204g vs 218g
- Better camera (64/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 12 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 1 points higher (71/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro leads (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (91/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 1349808 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 129 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.6×74.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Xiaomi 12 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 12 Pro by 93.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi 12 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (91/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (64/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Xiaomi 12 Pro by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi 12 Pro — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Xiaomi 12 Pro leads on camera score (64/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 12 Pro is a better fit for active users.