Poco X8 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 15 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 15 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $469 and $771. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 71/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6100); the Xiaomi 15 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (2,995,695 vs 2,604,459).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Xiaomi 15 Pro
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2798
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 10104
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $771
- Overall rating 71/100
What makes Xiaomi 15 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2995695 vs 2604459
- Lighter: 213g vs 218g
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 15 Pro, the Xiaomi 15 Pro scores 12 points higher (83/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (78/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Xiaomi 15 Pro — 80/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 91/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (80/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi 15 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 2995695 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 2798 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 10104 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 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 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 161.3×75.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $771 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.4
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Pro
- 6100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Xiaomi 15 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Pro leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 13.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $302. Poco X8 Pro Max was $302 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 91/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (80/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi 15 Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Xiaomi 15 Pro leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 15 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.