Poco X8 Pro vs Redmi 15
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Redmi 15 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $350 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 45/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,982,033 vs 467,392).
Poco X8 Pro
Redmi 15
- Higher AnTuTu: 1982033 vs 467392
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 78/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 195g vs 196g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $350
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Redmi 15, the Poco X8 Pro scores 19 points higher (64/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 68/100, Redmi 15 — 58/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (76/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15 and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (68/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 57/100.
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Redmi 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 1982033 | 467392 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, HyperOS 2.2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 850 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 169.5×80.5×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $180 |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi 15
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 15
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Redmi 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Redmi 15 by 324.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $170. Redmi 15 was $170 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 15 (76/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (83/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15 and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (68/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 57/100.
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi 15?
The Poco X8 Pro is noticeably better than the Redmi 15 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi 15?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Redmi 15 — 45/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi 15?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Redmi 15?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Redmi 15 is a better fit for everyday use.