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Reviewers rate the Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max slightly higher: 82 against 81 for the Xiaomi Poco F8 Pro.
Some disagreement · 4 reviews
Suits buyers who want huge battery life, fast charging and strong gaming performance on a budget, and who accept weaker cameras and bloatware-heavy software. Note the 218g weight and lack of a telephoto lens.
| Measure | Xiaomi Poco F8 Pro | Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Consensus score | 81 | 82 |
2 publications have scored both phones. They are evenly divided.
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco F8 Pro | Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Released | November 2025 | January 2026 |
| Launch price (USD) | $579 | $469 |
| Launch price (UK) | £549 | £469 |
| Launch price (Europe) | €649 | €429 |
| Form factor | Standard | Standard |
| OS | Android | Android |
| Display | 6.6″ | 6.8″ |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Telephoto lens | Yes | No |
| Battery | 6,210 mAh | 8,500 mAh |
| Wired charging | 100 W | 100 W |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s |
| Base storage | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Weight | 199 g | 218 g |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Software updates | 6 years | 4 years |
Specs come from the reviews' own spec boxes. Prices are launch prices of the base model.