Poco X8 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 15S Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 15S Pro (2025) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O1; launch prices were $469 and $760. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15S Pro leads — 84/100 vs 71/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6100); the Xiaomi 15S Pro is faster in AnTuTu (2,998,904 vs 2,604,459).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Xiaomi 15S Pro
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 8431
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $760
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 89/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15S Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2998904 vs 2604459
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 15S Pro, the Xiaomi 15S Pro scores 13 points higher (84/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro leads (78/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Xiaomi 15S Pro — 82/100; 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 and the Xiaomi 15S Pro are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro 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.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi 15S Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Xiaomi XRING O1 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 2998904 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 2746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 8431 | |
| 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 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | — | |
| Launch price | $469 | $760 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 15S Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15S 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 15S Pro
- 6100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Xiaomi 15S Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15S Pro leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 13.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $291. Poco X8 Pro Max was $291 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 15S Pro are nearly equal (91/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15S Pro 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.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Xiaomi 15S Pro is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi 15S Pro — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Xiaomi 15S Pro leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 15S Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 15S Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.