Poco X8 Pro Max vs Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS

The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 34/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is thinner (8.2mm vs 9.9mm).

The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by 28 points (62/100 vs 34/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Performance 65
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 27
Value for money 78
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 43
Battery 49
Design 25
Value for money 55
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4500 mAh
  • Lighter: 218g vs 220g

  • Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 49/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (27/100 vs 25/100)
  • Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS better?
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz

  • Better camera (43/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 28 points higher (62/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads (43/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 49/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (77/100 vs 49/100). In the "design" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS are nearly equal (27/100 vs 25/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (78/100 vs 55/100).

Poco X8 Pro Max: The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS: The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco X8 Pro Max Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Qualcomm Snapdragon 888/888+ 5G
AnTuTu 2629444
Geekbench Single 3228
Geekbench Multi 9553
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1280 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 8500 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 100W 120W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 5 MP
Front camera 20 MP 20 MP
RAM 12GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 12, Joy UI 12.8
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 1300 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm 163.7×76.2×9.9 mm
Weight 218 g 220 g
Price $469
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 5MP
  • Front: 20MP
43
camera
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 8500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
49
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco X8 Pro Max
$469
Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (65/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (77/100 vs 49/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS are nearly equal (27/100 vs 25/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS (78/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS by 28 points (62/100 vs 34/100).

What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS — 34/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS leads on camera score (43/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS?

The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Black Shark 5 RS is a better fit for everyday use.