Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme 12 Lite
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme 12 Lite (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 42/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 476,175); the Realme 12 Lite is noticeably lighter (185g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme 12 Lite
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Realme 12 Lite better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 185g vs 218g
- Better camera (39/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme 12 Lite, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 29 points higher (71/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Lite and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Lite notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (72/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme 12 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, Realme UI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 950 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 164.6×75.4×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme 12 Lite
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12 Lite
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme 12 Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme 12 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Realme 12 Lite by 447.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme 12 Lite
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (91/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (84/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Lite and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Lite notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (72/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 12 Lite?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Lite by 29 points (71/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme 12 Lite?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme 12 Lite — 42/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 12 Lite?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme 12 Lite?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.