Poco X8 Pro vs Redmi Note 10
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Redmi Note 10 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 678; launch prices were $350 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 42/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,982,033 vs 510,711); the Poco X8 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 10 doesn't; the Redmi Note 10 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 196g).
Poco X8 Pro
Redmi Note 10
- Higher AnTuTu: 1982033 vs 510711
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 714
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1577
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 51/100)
- Better value for money (68/100 vs 46/100)
- Lighter: 179g vs 196g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $350
- Better portability (68/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Redmi Note 10, the Poco X8 Pro scores 22 points higher (64/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (76/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (83/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (68/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 is a bit better (68/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (68/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Redmi Note 10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 678 | |
| AnTuTu | 1982033 | 510711 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 714 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 1577 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 179 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $200 |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 10
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 10
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 10
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Redmi Note 10, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Redmi Note 10 by 288.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $150. Redmi Note 10 was $150 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (76/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (83/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (68/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 is a bit better (68/100 vs 57/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (68/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi Note 10?
The Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 by 22 points (64/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi Note 10?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Redmi Note 10 — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi Note 10?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi Note 10?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Redmi Note 10?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Redmi Note 10 is a better fit for everyday use.