Poco X8 Pro vs Redmi Note 3 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Redmi Note 3 Pro (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 650; launch prices were $350 and $170. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 18/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4050); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP; the Poco X8 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 3 Pro doesn't; the Redmi Note 3 Pro is noticeably lighter (164g vs 196g).
Poco X8 Pro
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 800
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4050 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 3/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 32/100)
- Lighter: 164g vs 196g
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $350
- Better portability (73/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Redmi Note 3 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro scores 46 points higher (64/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 3/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 33/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 68/100, Redmi Note 3 Pro — 6/100; 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 Note 3 Pro (76/100 vs 3/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (83/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (37/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (68/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (73/100 vs 57/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Redmi Note 3 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 | |
| AnTuTu | 1980009 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 270 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 800 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 5.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4050 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 16GB / 32GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 150.0×76.0×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 164 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $170 |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 5MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- 4050 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Launch price difference: $180. Redmi Note 3 Pro was $180 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (76/100 vs 3/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (83/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (37/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (68/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (73/100 vs 57/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi Note 3 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro by 46 points (64/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi Note 3 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Redmi Note 3 Pro — 18/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi Note 3 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi Note 3 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 3/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Redmi Note 3 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Redmi Note 3 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.