Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max
₱28,826
Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max vs ZTE nubia RedMagic 11S Pro
The Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max is the better choice for most Filipino buyers due to its superior battery life (Si/C Li-Ion 8500/9000 mAh vs 7500 mAh), significantly lower price (₱28,826 vs ₱49,950), and lighter weight (218g vs 230g). While the ZTE nubia RedMagic 11S Pro has a slightly larger display with higher peak brightness, the Xiaomi wins in three key categories, making it the overall winner.
Winner for most people: Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max
- Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max — 3 wins
- ZTE nubia RedMagic 11S Pro — 1 wins
- 3 ties
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| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max | ZTE nubia RedMagic 11S Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.83" AMOLED, 68B colors, 120Hz, 3840Hz PWM, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 2000 nits (HBM), 3500 nits (peak) | 6.85" AMOLED, 1B colors, 144Hz, 2592Hz PWM, 1800 nits (peak) |
| Processor | Mediatek Dimensity 9500s (3 nm) (Octa-core (1x3.73 GHz Cortex-X925 & 3x3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A720)) | Qualcomm SM8850-1-AD Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) (Octa-core (2x4.74 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6x3.62 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M)) |
| GPU | Immortalis-G925 MC12 | Adreno 840 (1.3GHz) |
| RAM | 12GB RAM | 12GB RAM, 16GB RAM |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| Main Camera | 50 MP, f/1.5, 26mm (wide), 1/1.95", 0.8µm, PDAF, OIS; 8 MP, f/2.2, 15mm (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm; 20 MP, f/2.2, (wide), 1/4" | 50 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/1.55", 1.0µm, multi-directional PDAF, OIS; 50 MP, f/2.0, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/2.88", 0.61µm, AF; Auxiliary lens; 16 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.77", 1.12µm, under display |
| Battery | Si/C Li-Ion 8500 mAh or 9000 mAh (market/region dependent) | Si/C Li-Ion 7500 mAh |
| Operating System | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | Android 16, Redmagic OS 11.5 |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct; Bluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LHDC 5, Auracast, ASHA; GPS (L1+L5), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a+B2b), GALILEO (E1+E5a+E5b), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L1+L5), GLONASS; NFC (market/region dependent); USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct; Bluetooth 5.4, A2DP, LE; GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO; NFC; USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, OTG, accessory connector, DisplayPort |
| Dimensions | 218g, 8.2mm thickness | 8.9mm thickness |
| Weight | 218g | 230g |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time) | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Features | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, compass, proximity; IP68/IP69K dust tight and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP69K (market/region dependent) | Fingerprint (under display, ultrasonic), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass; Pressure sensitive zones (520Hz touch-sensing); Built-in cooling fan; Aviation aluminum middle frame; IPX8 water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Price | ₱28,826 | ₱49,950 |
Which should you buy?
Buy the Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max if you value battery life, affordability, and lighter weight. Consider the ZTE nubia RedMagic 11S Pro if you prioritize a larger, brighter display and are willing to spend more.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max worth it over the ZTE nubia RedMagic 11S Pro?
Yes, because it offers a larger battery, lower price, and lighter weight, while matching the ZTE in memory, storage, and main camera specs.
Which has the better camera?
The main cameras are tied in terms of megapixels and features; both have 50 MP wide lenses with OIS, though the ZTE includes an additional auxiliary lens and an under-display camera, but the sensors are similar in quality based on specs alone.
Which has the longer battery life?
The Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max has a larger Si/C Li-Ion battery (8500/9000 mAh) compared to the ZTE's 7500 mAh, so it will likely provide longer usage time.
Which is better value for money?
The Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max offers better value for money at ₱28,826 with superior battery life and similar performance specs, while the ZTE is nearly double the price at ₱49,950.
Which has a larger display?
The ZTE nubia RedMagic 11S Pro has a 6.83-inch AMOLED display, while the Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max has a 6.85-inch display; the ZTE's display is actually slightly smaller in diagonal, but the ZTE wins in display quality with higher peak brightness (3500 nits vs 1800 nits) and more colors.
Which phone is heavier?
The ZTE nubia RedMagic 11S Pro is heavier at 230g compared to the Xiaomi Poco X8 Pro Max at 218g.