Poco X8s vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Poco X8s (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $437 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 67/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 6330); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 1,464,882).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8s
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Poco X8s better?
- Cheaper at launch: $437 vs $730
- Overall rating 67/100
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 1464882
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4106
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 6330 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 67/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 58/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 69/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8s vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 26 points higher (93/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 69/100). Value score: Poco X8s — 60/100, 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 X8s (97/100 vs 67/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8s (90/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8s (95/100 vs 69/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8s | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1464882 | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1270 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4106 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO OLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1220x2656 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 6330 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 187 g | — | |
| Launch price | $437 | $730 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8s
- 6.3" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2656
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8s
- 6330 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8s and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Poco X8s by 60.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $293. Poco X8s was $293 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8s (97/100 vs 67/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8s (90/100 vs 58/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8s (95/100 vs 69/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8s or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8s by 26 points (93/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8s and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Poco X8s has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8s or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 58/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8s or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 67/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8s over the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Poco X8s is a better fit for active users. 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.