Xiaomi Poco M8s vs REDMAGIC 11 Pro+ Golden Saga
The REDMAGIC 11 Pro+ Golden Saga wins by a decisive margin with its superior RAM (6GB vs 24GB LPDDR5T), storage capacity (128GB and 256GB vs 1TB UFS 4.1), battery life (7000 mAh vs 7,500mAh, 120W wired fast charging, 80W wireless charging), and display size (6.9" AMOLED with higher refresh rate and peak brightness). The Xiaomi Poco M8s wins in terms of price but loses out on memory, storage, battery capacity, and display technology.
Winner for most people: REDMAGIC 11 Pro+ Golden Saga
- Xiaomi Poco M8s — 2 wins
- REDMAGIC 11 Pro+ Golden Saga — 3 wins
- 1 tie
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| Spec | Xiaomi Poco M8s | REDMAGIC 11 Pro+ Golden Saga |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.9" AMOLED, 144Hz, 700 nits (typ), 850 nits (peak), 1080 x 2392 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~374 ppi density) | 6.85-inch 1.5K (2688×1216) BOE X10 AMOLED, 144Hz refresh rate |
| Processor | Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 (6 nm) (Octa-core (2x2.3 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3nm) |
| GPU | Adreno | Adreno 840 GPU |
| RAM | 6GB RAM, 8GB RAM | 24GB LPDDR5T RAM |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB | 1TB UFS 4.1 |
| Main Camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF Auxiliary lens | 50MP main (f/1.88, OIS) + 50MP ultra wide (f/2.2) rear; 16MP front |
| Battery | Si/C Li-Ion 7000 mAh | 7,500mAh, 120W wired fast charging, 80W wireless charging |
| Operating System | Android 15, HyperOS 2 | REDMAGIC OS 11.0 (Android 16) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct; Bluetooth 5.1, A2DP, LE; GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS; NFC; USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, NFC, IR blaster |
| Dimensions | 8.4mm thickness | 163.82 x 76.54 x 8.9mm |
| Weight | 217g | 230 grams |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | — |
| Features | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, IP64 dust tight and water resistant | IPX8 rating, in-display fingerprint sensor (3D ultrasonic), stereo speakers, 3.5mm audio jack, three-mic array |
| Price | ₱9,600 | ₱9,899 |
Which should you buy?
For a budget-conscious buyer, the Xiaomi Poco M8s is recommended due to its lower price. For power users or those who prioritize performance and features, the REDMAGIC 11 Pro+ Golden Saga is the better choice.
Frequently asked questions
Is the REDMAGIC 11 Pro+ Golden Saga worth it over the Xiaomi Poco M8s?
Yes, especially for power users or those who value high RAM (6GB vs 24GB LPDDR5T), large storage capacity (up to 256GB vs up to 1TB UFS 4.1), and superior battery life with fast charging capabilities.
Which has the better camera?
The devices are tied in terms of main camera quality, but the REDMAGIC 11 Pro+ Golden Saga offers an additional front-facing camera (16MP) while the Xiaomi Poco M8s does not.
Which has the longer battery life?
The REDMAGIC 11 Pro+ Golden Saga with a larger capacity of 7000 mAh and fast charging capabilities, including 120W wired and 80W wireless charging, outperforms the Xiaomi Poco M8s's 7500mAh battery.
Which is better value for money?
The Xiaomi Poco M8s is better value for money at a lower price point of ₱9,600 compared to the REDMAGIC 11 Pro+ Golden Saga's ₱9,899.
Does the main camera quality differ between the two devices?
The Xiaomi Poco M8s and REDMAGIC 11 Pro+ Golden Saga have similar main cameras (50 MP with f/1.8 aperture), but the REDMAGIC device includes an additional front-facing camera of 16 MP.
Which has a better display?
The Xiaomi Poco M8s wins in terms of display size and technology, offering a larger screen (6.9" AMOLED) with higher refresh rate and peak brightness compared to the REDMAGIC 11 Pro+ Golden Saga's smaller 6.85-inch BOE X10 AMOLED.