Poco X8 Pro vs Redmi Note 8T
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Redmi Note 8T (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665; launch prices were $350 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 28/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,982,033 vs 329,457).
Poco X8 Pro
Redmi Note 8T
- Higher AnTuTu: 1982033 vs 329457
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 321
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1128
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 24/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 32/100)
- Lighter: 190g vs 196g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $350
- Better portability (59/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Redmi Note 8T, the Poco X8 Pro scores 36 points higher (64/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 25/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 68/100, Redmi Note 8T — 18/100; 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 8T (76/100 vs 24/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (83/100 vs 32/100). 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (68/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 8T and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (59/100 vs 57/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Redmi Note 8T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 | |
| AnTuTu | 1982033 | 329457 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 321 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 1128 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.3" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 161.1×75.4×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $200 |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 8T
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 8T
- 6.3" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 8T
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Redmi Note 8T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Redmi Note 8T by 501.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $150. Redmi Note 8T was $150 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (76/100 vs 24/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (83/100 vs 32/100).
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 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T (68/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 8T and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (59/100 vs 57/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi Note 8T?
The Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 8T by 36 points (64/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi Note 8T?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Redmi Note 8T — 28/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi Note 8T?
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 8T?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Redmi Note 8T?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Redmi Note 8T is a better fit for everyday use.