Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme C65 4G
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme C65 4G (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 36/100 (a 35-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 348,562); the Realme C65 4G is noticeably lighter (185g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme C65 4G
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Realme C65 4G better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 218g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme C65 4G, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 35 points higher (71/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme C65 4G (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C65 4G notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (72/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme C65 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 348562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 419 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1461 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1604 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 625 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 164.6×76.1×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme C65 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C65 4G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme C65 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme C65 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Realme C65 4G by 647.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme C65 4G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G (84/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme C65 4G (77/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C65 4G notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (72/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme C65 4G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C65 4G by 35 points (71/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme C65 4G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme C65 4G — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme C65 4G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme C65 4G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme C65 4G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.