Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme 14
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme 14 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4; estimated prices are $469 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 36/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 969,048); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 14 doesn't; the Realme 14 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme 14
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 969048
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1071
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 3057
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 4/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 27/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 51/100)
- Lighter: 189g vs 218g
- Cheaper: $229 vs $469
- Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (94/100 vs 78/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme 14, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 26 points higher (62/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 14 leads (94/100 vs 78/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 14 (65/100 vs 4/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 14 (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 14 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (63/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 14 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (94/100 vs 78/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme 14 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 969048 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 1071 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 3057 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.1×75.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 189 g | |
| Price | $469 | $229 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme 14
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 14
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme 14
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme 14, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Realme 14 by 171.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $240. Realme 14 is cheaper by $240.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 14 (65/100 vs 4/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 14 (77/100 vs 51/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 14 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (63/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 14 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (94/100 vs 78/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 14?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 14 by 26 points (62/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme 14?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Realme 14 — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 14?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 14?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 4/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme 14?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Realme 14 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.