Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme GT 8 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $469 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 84/100 vs 71/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6500); the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 2,604,459).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme GT 8 Pro
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6500 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $599
- Overall rating 71/100
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 2604459
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- Lighter: 207g vs 218g
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 77/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme GT 8 Pro, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 13 points higher (84/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (73/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Realme GT 8 Pro — 82/100; 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 Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (98/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (73/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (83/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme GT 8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme GT 8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 34.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $130. Poco X8 Pro Max was $130 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (98/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (73/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (83/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme GT 8 Pro — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (73/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme GT 8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.