Poco X8 Pro Max vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 5/100 (a 57-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 doesn't.
Poco X8 Pro Max
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 57 points higher (62/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 0/100). 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 GS3 (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (77/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (50/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 1.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 466x466 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | — | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | — | |
| Price | $469 | — |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- Main: —
- Front: —
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- 1.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 466x466
- Refresh rate: —
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
- —
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (32/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (77/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (50/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 by 57 points (62/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 — 5/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3?
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 GS3?
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 GS3 is a better fit for everyday use.