Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme 16
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo; launch prices were $469 and $199. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 52/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 550,018); the Realme 16 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme 16
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 550018
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 63/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 80/100)
- Lighter: 183g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $199 vs $469
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme 16, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 19 points higher (71/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100, Realme 16 — 68/100; 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 16 (90/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme 16 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (68/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 550018 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 803 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2372 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 60W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $199 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Realme 16 by 378.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $270. Realme 16 was $270 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 16 (90/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme 16 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 16 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 16 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (68/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 16?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Realme 16 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme 16?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme 16 — 52/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 16?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme 16?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Realme 16 is a better fit for everyday use.