Poco X8 Pro Max vs ZTE V40 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 22/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE V40 Pro doesn't; the ZTE V40 Pro is noticeably lighter (190g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
ZTE V40 Pro
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 218g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 40 points higher (62/100 vs 22/100). 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 50/100). 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 V40 Pro (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (77/100 vs 50/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (62/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | ZTE V40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Unisoc Tiger T618 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 65W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $469 | — |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE V40 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE V40 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
ZTE V40 Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
ZTE V40 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (77/100 vs 50/100).
design
In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (62/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro by 40 points (62/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the ZTE V40 Pro?
The ZTE V40 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.