Poco X8 Pro vs Sony Xperia 1 IV
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Sony Xperia 1 IV (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Sony Xperia 1 IV leads — 65/100 vs 63/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,977,887 vs 1,320,406).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro
Sony Xperia 1 IV
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1977887 vs 1320406
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 53/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 IV better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1662 vs 1555
- Lighter: 185g vs 196g
- Better camera (56/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Sony Xperia 1 IV, the Sony Xperia 1 IV scores 2 points higher (65/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV leads (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a bit better (66/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Sony Xperia 1 IV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1977887 | 1320406 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1644x3840 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 30W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 118 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 165.0×71.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Sony Xperia 1 IV
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Sony Xperia 1 IV, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Sony Xperia 1 IV by 49.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Sony Xperia 1 IV
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (56/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 IV is a bit better (66/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Sony Xperia 1 IV edges out the Poco X8 Pro by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Sony Xperia 1 IV — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Sony Xperia 1 IV leads on camera score (56/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Sony Xperia 1 IV?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Sony Xperia 1 IV is a better fit for active users.