Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme 12
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+; launch prices were $469 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 47/100 (a 24-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 (2,629,444 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme 12
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1884
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 66/100)
- Better value for money (72/100 vs 56/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $469
- Better camera (41/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme 12, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 24 points higher (71/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (72/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 12 (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 12 (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (68/100 vs 46/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 12 (72/100 vs 56/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 513809 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 689 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1884 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $200 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Realme 12 by 411.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $269. Realme 12 was $269 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (90/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 12 (84/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 12 (77/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (68/100 vs 46/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 12 (72/100 vs 56/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 12?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 by 24 points (71/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme 12?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme 12 — 47/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 12?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme 12?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Realme 12 is a better fit for everyday use.