Poco X8 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 15T Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi 15T Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; launch prices were $469 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15T 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 5500); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 2,583,659).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Xiaomi 15T Pro
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 2583659
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2729
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 8430
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $650
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 87/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15T Pro better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 210g vs 218g
- Better camera (80/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (79/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 15T Pro, the Xiaomi 15T Pro scores 12 points higher (83/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro leads (80/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Xiaomi 15T 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, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 15T Pro are nearly equal (91/100 vs 87/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (80/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (79/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi 15T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 2583659 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 149 | |
| 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 | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, upgradable to Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 162.7×77.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 15T 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 15T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15T Pro
- 5500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:09 hrs, total 27:31 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Xiaomi 15T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 15T Pro by 0.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $181. Poco X8 Pro Max was $181 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 15T Pro are nearly equal (91/100 vs 87/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (80/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (79/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 15T Pro is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 15T Pro?
The Xiaomi 15T 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 15T Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi 15T Pro — 83/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 15T Pro?
The Xiaomi 15T Pro leads on camera score (80/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 15T Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 15T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.