Poco X8 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 18 Fold
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Xiaomi 18 Fold (2026) runs on the Xiaomi XRING O3; launch prices were $469 and $1639. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads — 86/100 vs 70/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Fold is faster in AnTuTu (5,228,014 vs 2,604,459); the Xiaomi 18 Fold is thinner (5.0mm vs 8.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Xiaomi 18 Fold
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Lighter: 218g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $1639
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 75/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5228014 vs 2604459
- Better Geekbench Single: 3715 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 14213 vs 8932
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 88/100)
- Better camera (85/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 18 Fold, the Xiaomi 18 Fold scores 16 points higher (86/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (99/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold leads (85/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 64/100, Xiaomi 18 Fold — 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 18 Fold is a bit better (99/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (85/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (77/100 vs 75/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (64/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi 18 Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Xiaomi XRING O3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 5228014 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 3715 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 14213 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.6" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1672x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP59 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 159.7×145.1×5.0 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $1639 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 7.6" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1672x2364
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Fold
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Xiaomi 18 Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Fold leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 50.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1170. Poco X8 Pro Max was $1170 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold is a bit better (99/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (85/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 18 Fold are nearly equal (77/100 vs 75/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Fold notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (64/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Xiaomi 18 Fold — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on camera score (85/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Xiaomi 18 Fold leads on performance (99/100 vs 88/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 18 Fold?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 18 Fold is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.