Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme GT 8
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme GT 8 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; estimated prices are $469 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 leads — 66/100 vs 62/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7000); the Realme GT 8 is faster in AnTuTu (2,760,000 vs 2,629,444).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme GT 8
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 3050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 9300
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7000 mAh
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 70/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2760000 vs 2629444
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 209g vs 218g
- Cheaper: $350 vs $469
- Better camera (51/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (38/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 78/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme GT 8, the Realme GT 8 scores 4 points higher (66/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 leads (51/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 65/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (51/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 70/100). In the "design" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (38/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme GT 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 2760000 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 9300 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1440x3136 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | 209 g | |
| Price | $469 | $350 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme GT 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT 8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT 8
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme GT 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 4.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $119. Realme GT 8 is cheaper by $119.
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 65/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (51/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 70/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (38/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme GT 8 is a bit better (86/100 vs 78/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme GT 8?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Realme GT 8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme GT 8?
The Realme GT 8 leads on camera score (51/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme GT 8?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Realme GT 8 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.