Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme C73
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; estimated prices are $469 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 29/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 32 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 524,785); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't; the Realme C73 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme C73
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 524785
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 45/100)
- Lighter: 197g vs 218g
- Cheaper: $120 vs $469
- Better design/ergonomics (53/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 78/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme C73, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 33 points higher (62/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (32/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 leads (100/100 vs 78/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme C73 (32/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (77/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (53/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (100/100 vs 78/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme C73 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 524785 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1604 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 625 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 197 g | |
| Price | $469 | $120 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme C73, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Realme C73 by 401.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $349. Realme C73 is cheaper by $349.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme C73 (32/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (77/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (53/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (100/100 vs 78/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme C73?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C73 by 33 points (62/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme C73?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Realme C73 — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme C73?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme C73?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme C73?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Realme C73 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.