BeastCompare

POCO X5 Pro vs Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G: Which One Should You Buy?

Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 89.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
Comparing 2 devicesSwipe ⇄
Xiaomi · 2023

POCO X5 Pro

POCO X5 Pro
86/ 100
Launch price$299
Xiaomi

Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G

Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G
89/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G wins 4 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

POCO X5 Pro
POCO X5 Pro
0 wins
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G
4 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplay
POCO X5 ProXiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G
Category winners

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

  • Speedfrom specsXiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G
    75
    90
  • Camerafrom specsXiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G
    52
    82
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieXiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G
    60
    88
  • Batteryfrom specsXiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G
    67
    100
  • Displayfrom specsTie
    88
    88
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G has the bigger battery6,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • POCO X5 Pro has a sharper main camera108 MP vs 50 MP
  • POCO X5 Pro has the bigger screen6.67" vs 6.59"
  • Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G has a sharper selfie camera32 MP vs 16 MP
  • Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
See all specs ↓

Why buy each phone

Swipe ⇄
Reasons to buy POCO X5 Pro
  • ✓818 g lighter (181 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$9700 cheaper at launch ($299 vs $9999)
  • ✓108 MP main camera
Reasons to buy Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G
  • ✓Bigger 6,500 mAh battery (+1,500 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.59" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

Swipe ⇄
SpecificationPOCO X5 ProXiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeAMOLEDNot listed
Screen Size6.67"6.59"
Resolution & Density2400x1080 (395 ppi)N/A
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness900 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorSnapdragon 778G (6nm)Dimensity 8500 Ultra
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsAdreno 642LNot listed
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB512 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G Wins Camera
Primary Camera108 MP, f/1.9, Samsung HM250 MP, 50MP Main (OIS) + 50MP Ultra-wide + Telephoto
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera8 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens16 MP, f/2.4532 MP
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions162.9 x 76 x 7.9 mmN/A
Weight181 gN/A
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceIP53Not listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh6,500 mAh
Wired Fast Charging67W wired fast chargingN/A
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6ENot listed
Bluetooth5.1Not listed
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0Not listed
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch Price$299Price on request
Our verdict

Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G wins — BeastScore 89.0/100

After comparing all the specs, Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 89.0 vs top rival 86.3 and Larger battery capacity: 6,500 mAh (+1,500 mAh more).

Buy POCO X5 Pro if you want

Significantly faster wired charging: 67W vs max 0W · Higher resolution main sensor: 108 MP vs max 50 MP

Buy Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 89.0 vs top rival 86.3 · Larger battery capacity: 6,500 mAh (+1,500 mAh more)

Upgrade guideOwn the POCO X5 Pro? Is upgrading to the Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G worth it?
Read the verdict →

Common questions

Which is better: POCO X5 Pro or Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G?

Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 89.0/100 compared to POCO X5 Pro (86.3/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 89.0 vs top rival 86.3 and Larger battery capacity: 6,500 mAh (+1,500 mAh more).

What are the main battery and display differences between POCO X5 Pro and Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G?

POCO X5 Pro has a 6.67-inch display and 5000 mAh battery. Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G has a 6.59-inch display and 6500 mAh battery.

Similar Smartphones

Samsung Galaxy M47 5G
Samsung

Samsung Galaxy M47 5G

Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Apple

Apple iPhone 18 Pro

Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G
Google

Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G

OnePlus N6
OnePlus

OnePlus N6

Xiaomi Poco M8 Pro 5G
Xiaomi

Xiaomi Poco M8 Pro 5G

vivo S60 5G
Vivo

vivo S60 5G

Oppo A6s Pro
Oppo

Oppo A6s Pro

Motorola Edge 70 Fusion+ 5G
Motorola

Motorola Edge 70 Fusion+ 5G

More Smartphones comparisons

vs

POCO X5 Pro vs Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro 5G Standard Edition Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 256GB 2412DPC0AG (Xiaomi Rodin)

Compare →
vs

POCO X5 Pro vs POCO X6 Pro

Compare →
vs

POCO X4 Pro 5G vs POCO X5 Pro

Compare →
vs

POCO X6 Pro vs Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G

Compare →
vs

Xiaomi Poco X7 Pro 5G Standard Edition Global Dual SIM TD-LTE 256GB 2412DPC0AG (Xiaomi Rodin) vs Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G

Compare →
vs

Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max 5G vs Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G

Compare →
vs

Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G vs Xiaomi Poco X8 5G

Compare →
vs

Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G vs Xiaomi Poco X8 Power 5G

Compare →

Related articles

All articles →
Xiaomi starts beta test recruitment for HyperOS 4Update
4 min read

Xiaomi starts beta test recruitment for HyperOS 4

Xiaomi has started recruiting beta testers for HyperOS 4 across eligible flagship devices, focusing on smoother animations, lower background RAM usage, and improved AI features.

Read →
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 vs. Motorola Razr+ (2024) vs. Xiaomi Mix Flip: The Definitive Flagship Clamshell Foldable Architecture, Outer Screen Workflows, Armor Aluminum & Titanium Hinges, Silicon-Carbon Batteries, and Dual 50MP Camera Showdown (2026)Definitive Foldable Guide 2026
14 min read

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 vs. Motorola Razr+ (2024) vs. Xiaomi Mix Flip: The Definitive Flagship Clamshell Foldable Architecture, Outer Screen Workflows, Armor Aluminum & Titanium Hinges, Silicon-Carbon Batteries, and Dual 50MP Camera Showdown (2026)

A rigorous 2026 engineering and lab benchmark comparison of the top three clamshell foldables: evaluating Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy vs. 8s Gen 3, teardrop dual-rail hinge mechanics, 1.5K quad-curved vs. 165Hz cover displays, 4,780mAh silicon-carbon battery chemistry, and Leica vs. ProVisual computational photography.

Read →
Sennheiser HD 800 S vs. HiFiMAN Arya Organic vs. Audeze LCD-X vs. Meze 109 Pro: The Definitive Flagship Audiophile Open-Back Headphone Architecture, 56mm Ring Radiators vs. Nanometer Stealth Planar vs. Fazor Magnetic Flux vs. Beryllium Dynamic Transducers, Soundstage Imaging, DAC/Amp Driveability, and Critical Listening Showdown (2026)Audiophile Flagship Reference
15 min read

Sennheiser HD 800 S vs. HiFiMAN Arya Organic vs. Audeze LCD-X vs. Meze 109 Pro: The Definitive Flagship Audiophile Open-Back Headphone Architecture, 56mm Ring Radiators vs. Nanometer Stealth Planar vs. Fazor Magnetic Flux vs. Beryllium Dynamic Transducers, Soundstage Imaging, DAC/Amp Driveability, and Critical Listening Showdown (2026)

An exhaustive 2026 engineering and acoustic analysis comparing the four defining flagships in open-back high-fidelity audio: Sennheiser HD 800 S, HiFiMAN Arya Organic, Audeze LCD-X, and Meze 109 Pro across transducer physics, acoustic cavity dispersion, voltage vs. current driveability, and harmonic distortion.

Read →