Poco M8 Pro vs Realme C30s
Comparing the Poco M8 Pro (2026) and the Realme C30s (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco M8 Pro leads — 41/100 vs 11/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M8 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Poco M8 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C30s doesn't; the Realme C30s is noticeably lighter (186g vs 206g).
Poco M8 Pro
Realme C30s
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (7/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (90/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 186g vs 206g
- Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Poco M8 Pro vs the Realme C30s, the Poco M8 Pro scores 30 points higher (41/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M8 Pro leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M8 Pro leads (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco M8 Pro is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco M8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (68/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme C30s notably outperforms the Poco M8 Pro (67/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco M8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (90/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco M8 Pro | Realme C30s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 1035754 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1237 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3281 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | Android 12, Realme UI Go | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×78.3×8.3 mm | 164.2×75.7×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 186 g | |
| Price | $289 | — |
Poco M8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Realme C30s
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Poco M8 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C30s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Poco M8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme C30s
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme C30s
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco M8 Pro is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco M8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco M8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (37/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco M8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (68/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme C30s notably outperforms the Poco M8 Pro (67/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco M8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C30s (90/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco M8 Pro or the Realme C30s?
The Poco M8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C30s by 30 points (41/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M8 Pro and the Realme C30s?
The Poco M8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Realme C30s — 11/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M8 Pro or the Realme C30s?
The Poco M8 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M8 Pro or the Realme C30s?
The Poco M8 Pro leads on performance (7/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco M8 Pro over the Realme C30s?
The Poco M8 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme C30s is a better fit for everyday use.