Poco X8 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 18 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6; launch prices were $469 and $845. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads — 92/100 vs 70/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (4,888,150 vs 2,604,459); the Xiaomi 18 Pro is noticeably lighter (203g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Xiaomi 18 Pro
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $845
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4888150 vs 2604459
- Better Geekbench Single: 4301 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12490 vs 8932
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 218g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 88/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 77/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro, the Xiaomi 18 Pro scores 22 points higher (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (87/100 vs 77/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 64/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro — 98/100; 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 Pro is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 18 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (100/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi 18 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 4888150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 4301 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 12490 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1120x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 151.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $845 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1120x2436
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Xiaomi 18 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 46.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $376. Poco X8 Pro Max was $376 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 18 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (100/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max by 22 points (92/100 vs 70/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on camera score (100/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 88/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.