Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme 12x (India)
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme 12x (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 44/100 (a 27-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 513,809); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 12x (India) doesn't; the Realme 12x (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme 12x (India)
- 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)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 66/100)
- Lighter: 188g vs 218g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme 12x (India), the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 27 points higher (71/100 vs 44/100). 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 "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (India) (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 12x (India) (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 12x (India) (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12x (India) notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (70/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme 12x (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 950 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 165.6×76.1×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme 12x (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12x (India)
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme 12x (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme 12x (India), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Realme 12x (India) by 411.8% in our overall performance rating.
Realme 12x (India)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (India) (90/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 12x (India) (84/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 12x (India) (77/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12x (India) notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (70/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 12x (India)?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (India) by 27 points (71/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme 12x (India)?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme 12x (India) — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 12x (India)?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 12x (India)?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme 12x (India)?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Realme 12x (India) is a better fit for everyday use.