Poco X8 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 14T Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Xiaomi 14T Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+; launch prices were $469 and $649. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 14T Pro leads — 78/100 vs 70/100 (a 8-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 2,129,644).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Xiaomi 14T Pro
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 2129644
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 2249
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 7352
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $649
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 14T Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 209g vs 218g
- Better camera (69/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (49/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 14T Pro, the Xiaomi 14T Pro scores 8 points higher (78/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14T Pro leads (69/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 64/100, Xiaomi 14T Pro — 70/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14T Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14T Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (69/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14T Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (79/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14T Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (49/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi 14T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 2129644 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 2249 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 7352 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 135 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 160.4×75.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $649 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 14T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 14T Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 14T Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Xiaomi 14T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 14T Pro by 22.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $180. Poco X8 Pro Max was $180 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (88/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14T Pro is a bit better (93/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14T Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (69/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14T Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (79/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14T Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (49/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 14T Pro?
The Xiaomi 14T Pro edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 14T Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Xiaomi 14T Pro — 78/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 14T Pro?
The Xiaomi 14T Pro leads on camera score (69/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 14T Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 14T Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 14T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.