Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme C85 4G
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme C85 4G (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $469 and $145. 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 7000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 476,175).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme C85 4G
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Realme C85 4G better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $145 vs $469
- Overall rating 42/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme C85 4G, 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 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Realme C85 4G — 60/100; 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 C85 4G (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme C85 4G (84/100 vs 65/100). 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 C85 4G (77/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme C85 4G are nearly equal (46/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme C85 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7000 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 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 166.2×78.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $145 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme C85 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C85 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme C85 4G
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme C85 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Realme C85 4G by 447.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $324. Realme C85 4G was $324 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C85 4G (91/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme C85 4G (84/100 vs 65/100).
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 C85 4G (77/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme C85 4G are nearly equal (46/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme C85 4G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme C85 4G by 29 points (71/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme C85 4G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme C85 4G — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme C85 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 C85 4G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme C85 4G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.