Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme 8i
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme 8i (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 43/100 (a 28-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 (2,604,459 vs 493,222); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 8i doesn't; the Realme 8i is noticeably lighter (194g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme 8i
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1793
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Realme 8i better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 218g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme 8i, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 28 points higher (71/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8i (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 8i (84/100 vs 66/100). 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 significantly outperforms the Realme 8i (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 8i is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme 8i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G96 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 493222 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 674 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1793 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2412 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 164.1×75.5×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 194 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme 8i
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 8i
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme 8i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme 8i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Realme 8i by 428.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme 8i
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8i (91/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 8i (84/100 vs 66/100).
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 significantly outperforms the Realme 8i (77/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 8i is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 8i?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 8i by 28 points (71/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme 8i?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme 8i — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 8i?
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 8i?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme 8i?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.