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; launch prices were $469 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 42/100 (a 29-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 (2,604,459 vs 528,398); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme C73 doesn't; the Realme C73 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme C73
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 20/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Realme C73 better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $469
- Better portability (62/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme C73, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 29 points higher (71/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Realme C73 — 66/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme C73 (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme C73 (37/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme C73 (77/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (62/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme C73 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 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 | |
| Launch price | $469 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
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
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme C73, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Realme C73 by 392.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $349. Realme C73 was $349 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C73 (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme C73 (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme C73 (37/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme C73 (77/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (62/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme C73?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C73 by 29 points (71/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme C73?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme C73 — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme C73?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme C73?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme C73?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.