Poco X8 Pro vs ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $350 and $700. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 64/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (2,085,754 vs 1,757,044).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2085754 vs 1757044
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 5311
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $700
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 76/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 30/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 60 Ultra better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1555
- Faster charging: 80W vs 67W
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (63/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra scores 9 points higher (73/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 62/100, ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra are nearly equal (77/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (63/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (57/100 vs 30/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | ZTE Axon 60 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 2085754 | 1757044 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 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 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 163.6×76.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | — | |
| Launch price | $350 | $700 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 60 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro and ZTE Axon 60 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads ZTE Axon 60 Ultra by 18.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $350. Poco X8 Pro was $350 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra are nearly equal (77/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (84/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (63/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra (57/100 vs 30/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra edges out the Poco X8 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the ZTE Axon 60 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The ZTE Axon 60 Ultra is a better fit for active users.