The Max isn't just "bigger". It has a different class of chip and an 8500 mAh battery. And it costs noticeably more.
Short answer
X8 Pro Max - the flagship Dimensity 9500s, 8500 mAh, 12 GB of RAM, Wi-Fi 7 and eSIM. X8 Pro - more compact, lighter (201 g) and cheaper.
Key differences
| Spec | POCO X8 Pro | POCO X8 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|
| Chip | MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s |
| Display | 6.59", AMOLED, 1268×2756, 120 Hz | 6.83", AMOLED, 1280×2772, 120 Hz |
| RAM / storage | 8/256 GB, 8/512 GB, 12/512 GB | 12/256 GB, 12/512 GB |
| Rear cameras | 50 MP + 8 MP | 50 MP + 8 MP |
| Front | 20 MP | 20 MP |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 8500 mAh |
| Charging | 100 W | 100 W |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 |
| Thickness / weight | 8.38 mm / 201.47 g | 8.2 mm / 218 g |
| Price | current prices | current prices |
Specs come from the device pages on Smartphone.ua.
Chips
MediaTek Dimensity 8500-Ultra and MediaTek Dimensity 9500s. The 9500s is already flagship-level.
Battery
8500 vs 6500 mAh.
Size
6.83" and 218 g vs 6.59" and 201 g.
Verdict: who should buy which
- Maximum battery and power - X8 Pro Max.
- Compactness and price - X8 Pro.
FAQ
What battery does the X8 Pro Max have?
8500 mAh.
Is the camera the same?
Yes, 50 + 8 MP and a 20 MP front camera.
What's the charging?
100 W on both.