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iPhone 18 Pro vs Xiaomi Poco M8 5G: Which One Should You Buy?

iPhone 18 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 88.5/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2026

iPhone 18 Pro

iPhone 18 Pro
89/ 100
Launch price$1,299
Xiaomi · 2026

Xiaomi Poco M8 5G

Xiaomi Poco M8 5G
89/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

iPhone 18 Pro wins 4 of 6 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 18 Pro
iPhone 18 Pro
4 wins
Xiaomi Poco M8 5G
Xiaomi Poco M8 5G
1 win
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplaySecurity
iPhone 18 ProXiaomi Poco M8 5G
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • SpeediPhone 18 Pro
    95
    56
  • Camerafrom specsXiaomi Poco M8 5G
    77
    83
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    76
    76
  • BatteryiPhone 18 Pro
    80
    61
  • DisplayiPhone 18 Pro
    92
    47
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityiPhone 18 Pro
    100
    57
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Xiaomi Poco M8 5G has the bigger battery5,520 mAh vs 4,288 mAh
  • Xiaomi Poco M8 5G has a sharper main camera50 MP vs 48 MP
  • Xiaomi Poco M8 5G has the bigger screen6.77" vs 6.3"
  • Xiaomi Poco M8 5G is lighter178 g vs 211 g
  • Xiaomi Poco M8 5G has a sharper selfie camera20 MP vs 18 MP
  • iPhone 18 Pro has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
  • iPhone 18 Pro has the faster chipApple A20 Pro (2 nm) vs Snapdragon 6 Gen 3
  • iPhone 18 Pro is better protected from water and dustIP68 vs IP66
  • iPhone 18 Pro can text for help by satelliteYes vs No
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy iPhone 18 Pro
  • ✓48 MP main camera
  • ✓6.3" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Xiaomi Poco M8 5G
  • ✓33 g lighter (178 g vs 211 g), easier to hold
  • ✓Bigger 5,520 mAh battery (+1,232 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 18 ProXiaomi Poco M8 5G
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Wins Display
Screen typeLTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby VisionAMOLED, 68B colors, 120Hz, 3840Hz PWM, HDR, 800 nits (typ), 3200 nits (peak)
Screen Size6.3"6.77"
Resolution & Density1206 x 2622 pixels (19.5:9 ratio) (460 ppi)1080x2392 pixels (388 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz
Brightness1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)3,200 nits peak
Screen ProtectionCeramic Shield 2, Anti-reflective coating, Always-On displayNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A20 Pro (2 nm) (2nm)Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 (4nm)
CPU CoresHexa-core (2x High Performance + 4x Efficiency)Not listed
GPU GraphicsApple GPU (7-core graphics)Adreno 710
Operating SystemiOS 27Android 15, up to 4 major upgrades, HyperOS 2 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12GB LPDDR5X8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB256/512 GB
Storage SpeedNVMe fast flashNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Xiaomi Poco M8 5G Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.5, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, OIS, Dual pixel PDAF, Sensor-shift OIS (gen 2)50 MP
Telephoto Zoom48 MP (4x optical zoom), f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), OISNone (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)N/A
LiDAR / DepthTOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth sensing & night portrait)None
5. Video
Main Camera Video
4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps1080p@240fps10-bit HDRDolby Vision HDR (up to 120fps)ProRes RAWApple Log 2Spatial 3D video & stereo sound
Not listed
Front Video
4K@24/25/30/60fps1080p@120fpsgyro-EISDolby Vision HDR
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens18 MP, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide multi-aspect)20 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Xiaomi Poco M8 5G Lightest Chassis
Dimensions150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm (5.91 x 2.83 x 0.35 in)164 x 75.42 x 7.35 mm
Weight211 g (7.44 oz)178 g
Build MaterialsGlass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, aluminum/glass backNot listed
SIM TypeNano-SIM + eSIM + dual eSIM supportNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 min)IP66
8. Battery & Charging🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,288 mAh5,520 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45W wired fast charging45W
Wireless Charging25W wireless chargingNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers (Spatial Audio)Not listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band, hotspot)Not listed
BluetoothBluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LENot listed
USB Port & SpeedUSB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10Gbps), DisplayPort video outNot listed
NFCYes (Apple Pay Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsFace ID, LiDAR scanner, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometerNot listed
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS, Messages and Find My via satelliteNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsBlack, Silver, Glacier, BurgundyNot listed
Launch Price$1,299Price on request
Our verdict

iPhone 18 Pro wins — BeastScore 88.5/100

The iPhone 18 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its more RAM (12 GB vs 8 GB) and faster chip (Apple A20 Pro (2 nm) vs Snapdragon 6 Gen 3). The Xiaomi Poco M8 5G is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (5,520 mAh vs 4,288 mAh).

Buy iPhone 18 Pro if you want

Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens) · More RAM: 12 GB vs 8 GB

Buy Xiaomi Poco M8 5G if you want

Larger battery: 5,520 mAh vs 4,288 mAh · Lighter: 178 g vs 211 g (33 g less)

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 18 Pro or Xiaomi Poco M8 5G?

The iPhone 18 Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its more RAM (12 GB vs 8 GB) and faster chip (Apple A20 Pro (2 nm) vs Snapdragon 6 Gen 3). The Xiaomi Poco M8 5G is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (5,520 mAh vs 4,288 mAh). BeastScore: iPhone 18 Pro 88.5/100, Xiaomi Poco M8 5G 89.0/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 18 Pro and Xiaomi Poco M8 5G?

iPhone 18 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4288 mAh battery. Xiaomi Poco M8 5G has a 6.77-inch display and 5520 mAh battery.

How do iPhone 18 Pro and Xiaomi Poco M8 5G compare for speed?

iPhone 18 Pro scores 95/100 for performance; Xiaomi Poco M8 5G scores 56/100.

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