Poco X8 Pro vs ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 63/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,977,887 vs 1,420,808).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1977887 vs 1420808
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 196g vs 199g
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 50/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 50 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1761 vs 1555
- Faster charging: 80W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Better camera (86/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra scores 10 points higher (73/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | ZTE Axon 50 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1977887 | 1420808 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 4688 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, MyOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 161.8×73.1×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro and ZTE Axon 50 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads ZTE Axon 50 Ultra by 39.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Axon 50 Ultra
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (76/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (86/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the ZTE Axon 50 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 50 Ultra is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.