Poco X8 Pro Max vs ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 70/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,294,871).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1294871
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 204g vs 218g
- Better camera (86/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 1 points higher (71/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (91/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | ZTE Axon 40 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1116x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 65W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 64 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.3×73.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 64MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1116x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and ZTE Axon 40 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads ZTE Axon 40 Ultra by 101.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Axon 40 Ultra
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (91/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (86/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra (77/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the ZTE Axon 40 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The ZTE Axon 40 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.