Poco X8 Pro Max vs ZTE Libero 5G III
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 7/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP.
Poco X8 Pro Max
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4120 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 207g vs 218g
- Better design/ergonomics (41/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 55 points higher (62/100 vs 7/100). 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 15/100). 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 Libero 5G III (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (77/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III is a bit better (41/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | ZTE Libero 5G III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 4120 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 78.0×168.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $469 | — |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 4120 mAh
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (32/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (77/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III is a bit better (41/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 55 points (62/100 vs 7/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 7/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
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 ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.