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 — 71/100 vs 38/100 (a 33-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; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 515,647).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
ZTE Libero 5G III
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1736
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4120 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 43/100)
What makes ZTE Libero 5G III better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 218g
- Overall rating 38/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 33 points higher (71/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the ZTE Libero 5G III are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the ZTE Libero 5G III are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | ZTE Libero 5G III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 515647 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 690 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1736 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 4120 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and ZTE Libero 5G III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads ZTE Libero 5G III by 405.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (91/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the ZTE Libero 5G III are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (77/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the ZTE Libero 5G III are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
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 33 points (71/100 vs 38/100).
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 71/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 38/100.
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 (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.