Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme 14T
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme 14T (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $469 and $215. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 48/100 (a 23-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 (2,604,459 vs 528,398); the Realme 14T is noticeably lighter (196g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme 14T
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Realme 14T better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $469
- Better portability (63/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme 14T, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 23 points higher (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Realme 14T — 54/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 14T (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 14T (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 14T notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (63/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme 14T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| 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 | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.1×75.6×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $215 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme 14T
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 14T
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme 14T
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme 14T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Realme 14T by 392.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $254. Realme 14T was $254 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 14T (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 14T (77/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 14T notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (63/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 14T?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 14T by 23 points (71/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme 14T?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme 14T — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 14T?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 14T?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme 14T?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.