Poco X8 Pro Max vs ZTE Blade V80 Design

The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the ZTE Blade V80 Design (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7280. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 29/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000).

The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Design by 33 points (62/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Performance 65
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 27
Value for money 78
ZTE Blade V80 Design
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 36
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 5W

  • Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V80 Design better?

  • Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the ZTE Blade V80 Design, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 33 points higher (62/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 36/100). 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 ZTE Blade V80 Design (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Design (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Design 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 ZTE Blade V80 Design (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.
ZTE Blade V80 Design: The ZTE Blade V80 Design is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco X8 Pro Max ZTE Blade V80 Design
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Unisoc T7280
AnTuTu 2629444
Geekbench Single 3228
Geekbench Multi 9553
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 2772x1280 900x1940
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8500 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W 5W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits 1000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 218 g
Price $469
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
ZTE Blade V80 Design
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Blade V80 Design
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 900x1940
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 8500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
ZTE Blade V80 Design
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 5W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco X8 Pro Max
$469
ZTE Blade V80 Design
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Design (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 Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Design (77/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Design 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 ZTE Blade V80 Design (78/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the ZTE Blade V80 Design?

The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Design by 33 points (62/100 vs 29/100).

What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the ZTE Blade V80 Design?

The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the ZTE Blade V80 Design — 29/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the ZTE Blade V80 Design?

The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the ZTE Blade V80 Design?

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

Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the ZTE Blade V80 Design?

The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade V80 Design is a better fit for everyday use.