Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme 8
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme 8 (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 50/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 535,127); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 8 doesn't; the Realme 8 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme 8
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 30W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Realme 8 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 177g vs 218g
- Better camera (43/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme 8, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 21 points higher (71/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8 (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme 8 is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8 (77/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 8 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (73/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G95 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 535127 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 672 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1908 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 160.6×73.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 177 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme 8
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 8
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme 8
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Realme 8 by 386.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme 8
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8 (91/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 8 is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8 (77/100 vs 45/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 8 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (73/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 8?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8 by 21 points (71/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme 8?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme 8 — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 8?
The Realme 8 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 8?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme 8?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.