Poco X8 Pro vs Redmi Note 9 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Redmi Note 9 Pro (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G; launch prices were $350 and $270. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 41/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,980,009 vs 514,398).
Poco X8 Pro
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 1980009 vs 514398
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5020 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 196g vs 209g
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 45/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $270 vs $350
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Redmi Note 9 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro scores 23 points higher (64/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 68/100, Redmi Note 9 Pro — 30/100; 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 9 Pro (76/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (83/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro 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 Note 9 Pro (68/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 45/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Redmi Note 9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | |
| AnTuTu | 1980009 | 514398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 746 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 1762 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5020 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| 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 | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $270 |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 9 Pro
- 5020 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Redmi Note 9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Redmi Note 9 Pro by 284.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $80. Redmi Note 9 Pro was $80 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (76/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro (83/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 9 Pro 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 Note 9 Pro (68/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 45/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi Note 9 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9 Pro by 23 points (64/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi Note 9 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Redmi Note 9 Pro — 41/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi Note 9 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Redmi Note 9 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Redmi Note 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.