Poco X8 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 15
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Xiaomi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $469 and $635. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 leads — 83/100 vs 71/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5240); the Xiaomi 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,076,179 vs 3,032,039); the Xiaomi 15 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Xiaomi 15
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5240 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $635
- Overall rating 71/100
What makes Xiaomi 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3076179 vs 3032039
- Better Geekbench Single: 3092 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9147 vs 8932
- Lighter: 191g vs 218g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 15, the Xiaomi 15 scores 12 points higher (83/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 leads (78/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Xiaomi 15 — 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, the Xiaomi 15 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 77/100. In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 3032039 | 3076179 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 3092 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 9147 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2670x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5240 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 147 | |
| 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 | 152.3×71.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $635 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2670x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15
- 5240 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:20 hrs, total 31:54 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Xiaomi 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 1.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $166. Poco X8 Pro Max was $166 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 77/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15 is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 15?
The Xiaomi 15 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?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi 15 — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 15?
The Xiaomi 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 15?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.