Poco X8 vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Poco X8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $389 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 55/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 8340); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 829,894).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Poco X8 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $389 vs $730
- Overall rating 55/100
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 829894
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1009
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2892
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 8340 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 69/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 38 points higher (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 69/100). Value score: Poco X8 — 40/100, Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100; 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 Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (90/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 (95/100 vs 69/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 829894 | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1009 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2892 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 8340 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69K | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.5×78.3×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 223 g | — | |
| Launch price | $389 | $730 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8
- 8340 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Poco X8 by 77.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $341. Poco X8 was $341 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (97/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 (90/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 (95/100 vs 69/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 by 38 points (93/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 over the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.