Poco X8 Pro vs Redmi A7 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Redmi A7 Pro (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250; launch prices were $350 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 34/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Poco X8 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A7 Pro doesn't.
Poco X8 Pro
Redmi A7 Pro
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1800
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 196g vs 198g
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 55/100)
- Cheaper at launch: $130 vs $350
- Better portability (58/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Redmi A7 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro scores 30 points higher (64/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 68/100, Redmi A7 Pro — 48/100; 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 A7 Pro (76/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro (83/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro (68/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A7 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (58/100 vs 57/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Redmi A7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Unisoc T7250 | |
| AnTuTu | 1982033 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 600 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 1800 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1640x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP52 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 171.5×79.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $130 |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi A7 Pro
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi A7 Pro
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1640x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi A7 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Launch price difference: $220. Redmi A7 Pro was $220 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro (76/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro (83/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro (68/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A7 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (58/100 vs 57/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi A7 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro by 30 points (64/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi A7 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Redmi A7 Pro — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi A7 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi A7 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Redmi A7 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Redmi A7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.