Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme 9 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme 9 Pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G. 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 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 592,015); the Realme 9 Pro is noticeably lighter (195g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme 9 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 2003
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 66/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 195g vs 218g
- Better camera (43/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme 9 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 23 points higher (71/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 9 Pro is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 9 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme 9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 592015 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 905 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 2003 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2412 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 164.3×75.6×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme 9 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 9 Pro
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme 9 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme 9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Realme 9 Pro by 344.2% in our overall performance rating.
Realme 9 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro (90/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro (84/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 9 Pro is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 9 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 9 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro by 23 points (71/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme 9 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme 9 Pro — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 9 Pro?
The Realme 9 Pro leads on camera score (43/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme 9 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme 9 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Realme 9 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.