POCO · Reviewed by TechBar · Published 2026-03-17
Based on a review by TechBar (accessed 2026-03-17).
Based on this review alone: buy it if you care about excellent thermal management with a large 5800 mm2 vapor chamber cooling system — just accept speakers have less bass output despite good loudness and separation.
The reviewer concludes that the POCO X8 Pro Max is a very interesting phone for its price, offering excellent performance and thermal efficiency, a massive 9000mAh battery without being bulky, a good design, and significantly improved camera capabilities compared to previous models.
This review covers the POCO X8 Pro Max, unboxing its accessories, and detailing its design, display, audio, biometrics, performance, thermal management, and battery. The reviewer also makes comparisons with the POCO X8 Pro.
The POCO X8 Pro Max is a highly recommended smartphone, especially considering its impressive performance and thermal efficiency for its price point. It features a MediaTek Dimensity 9500s processor that achieves over 2.8 million on AnTuTu and maintains low temperatures even during extended Genshin Impact sessions, reaching only 44 degrees Celsius after 30 minutes of gameplay. However, its speakers exhibit less bass compared to other aspects of audio quality. If you prioritize strong performance, exceptional battery life, and effective heat management in a smartphone, this device is a compelling option. If deep, resonant bass in your phone's speakers is a top priority, you might want to consider external audio solutions.
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The phone includes a 100W charger, which the reviewer notes is of a very good and portable size for its wattage.
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A separate, good quality protective case and a SIM ejector are provided in the box, alongside documentation.
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The reviewer praises the phone's design, specifically the matte black finish and rounded corners, which contribute to a very good in-hand feeling.
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The POCO X8 Pro Max is equipped with an unusually large 9000mAh battery, which the reviewer initially found surprising for a phone.
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Despite its large battery, the phone weighs 220g, which the reviewer found surprisingly reasonable.
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The phone's thickness is measured at 8.2mm, which is noted as not being thick despite the large battery.
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The phone features an aluminum frame and a back panel protected by Gorilla Glass 7i, contributing to its durability.
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The cameras are surrounded by customizable RGB LEDs that blink for notifications, indicate battery charging, and sync with music, providing an interesting visual element.
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The phone boasts IP68 and IP69K ratings, indicating good durability against water and dust.
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Both the POCO X8 Pro Max and Pro models were tested in direct sunlight and remained very visible, attributed to their 2000 nits HBM brightness.
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Both phones support Dolby Vision on Netflix, and the reviewer found the color accuracy and output for content like 'Our Planet' to be good for the price.
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The Pro Max variant features an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner, which works even with sweaty or oily hands, a notable improvement over the normal optical scanner in the POCO X8 Pro.
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The phone features the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s processor, achieving an AnTuTu score of approximately 2.8 million and good Geekbench scores, which are typically found in much more expensive phones.
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After playing six continuous BGMI sessions (starting at 32 degrees Celsius, reaching 39 degrees) and then 30 minutes of Genshin Impact on highest settings, the phone's temperature reached only 44 degrees Celsius.
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The phone's excellent heat management during gaming is attributed to its large 5800 mm² vapor chamber cooling system.
The POCO X8 Pro Max, powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, plays demanding games like COD and BGMI at 120FPS with high average frames. Even after extensive continuous gaming, including six BGMI sessions and 30 minutes of Genshin Impact on the highest settings, the phone's temperature only rose from 32 to 44 degrees Celsius, thanks to its 5800 mm² vapor chamber cooling system.
The POCO X8 Pro Max is equipped with an impressive 9000mAh battery for extended usage. It also comes with a 100W fast charger in the box, suggesting quick charging times, though a full charge time isn't explicitly mentioned in the video.
The phone has a very good matte black design with rounded corners that provide a comfortable in-hand feeling. Despite its 9000mAh battery, it weighs only 220g and is 8.2mm thick, avoiding a bulky feel. It's also durable with an aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass 7i back, and IP68/IP69K water and dust resistance.
The display is a 6.83-inch 1.5K LTPS flat AMOLED panel with 2000 nits HBM brightness, making it very visible in direct sunlight. It also supports Dolby Vision on Netflix and offers good color accuracy for content consumption at its price point.
The POCO X8 Pro Max comes with an ultrasonic fingerprint scanner, which the reviewer highlights as a superior feature compared to the optical scanner in the regular X8 Pro. It functions reliably even if your hands are a bit sweaty or fingers are oily.
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The POCO X8 Pro Max is presented as a compelling new smartphone, featuring a powerful MediaTek Dimensity 9500s processor, a 9000mAh battery, and 100W fast charging. The review highlights its robust thermal management, especially during intense gaming sessions, and praises its design including customizable RGB camera rings and a durable build with IP68/IP69K ratings. The display and ultrasonic fingerprint scanner also receive positive remarks, while the camera is noted for significant improvements.
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