Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme 12 Pro+
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme 12 Pro+ (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2; launch prices were $469 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 60/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 794,638); the Realme 12 Pro+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme 12 Pro+
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 794638
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2687
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 53/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 52/100)
- Lighter: 190g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $469
- Better camera (64/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme 12 Pro+, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 11 points higher (71/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro+ leads (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100, Realme 12 Pro+ — 58/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro+ (90/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Realme 12 Pro+ and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro+ notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro+ (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro+ is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme 12 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 794638 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 1015 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 2687 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 950 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $400 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme 12 Pro+
- Main: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12 Pro+
- 6.7" OLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme 12 Pro+
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme 12 Pro+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Realme 12 Pro+ by 230.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $69. Realme 12 Pro+ was $69 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 Pro+ (90/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 12 Pro+ and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro+ notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (64/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro+ (77/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Pro+ is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 12 Pro+?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Realme 12 Pro+ — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme 12 Pro+?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme 12 Pro+ — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 12 Pro+?
The Realme 12 Pro+ leads on camera score (64/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 12 Pro+?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme 12 Pro+?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Realme 12 Pro+ is a better fit for everyday use.