Xiaomi Poco M8 Pro 5G vs Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G: Which One Should You Buy?
Xiaomi Poco M8 Pro 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 89.3/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Xiaomi Poco M8 Pro 5G
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G wins 1 of 3 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsXiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G7280
- CameraNot enough data
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- Batteryfrom specsTie100100
- Displayfrom specsTie8888
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- Xiaomi Poco M8 Pro 5G has the bigger screen6.83" vs 6.59"
- Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G has the faster chipDimensity 8500 Ultra vs Snapdragon 7s Gen 4
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Xiaomi Poco M8 Pro 5G wins — BeastScore 89.3/100
After comparing all the specs, Xiaomi Poco M8 Pro 5G is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 89.3 vs top rival 89.0.
Higher overall BeastScore: 89.3 vs top rival 89.0
Higher resolution main sensor: 50 MP vs max 0 MP
Common questions
Which is better: Xiaomi Poco M8 Pro 5G or Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G?
Xiaomi Poco M8 Pro 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 89.3/100 compared to Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G (89.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 89.3 vs top rival 89.0.
What are the main battery and display differences between Xiaomi Poco M8 Pro 5G and Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G?
Xiaomi Poco M8 Pro 5G has a 6.83-inch display and 6500 mAh battery. Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro 5G has a 6.59-inch display and 6500 mAh battery.
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