Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme GT Neo 5 SE
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme GT Neo 5 SE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 64/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,416,021); the Realme GT Neo 5 SE is noticeably lighter (193g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme GT Neo 5 SE
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1416021
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1654
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4217
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5500 mAh
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 69/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Realme GT Neo 5 SE better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 193g vs 218g
- Better camera (43/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme GT Neo 5 SE, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 7 points higher (71/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 69/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT Neo 5 SE (91/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT Neo 5 SE is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT Neo 5 SE is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT Neo 5 SE is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme GT Neo 5 SE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 1416021 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1654 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 4217 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1240x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, Realme UI 4.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1400 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.9×75.8×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme GT Neo 5 SE
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT Neo 5 SE
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1240x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT Neo 5 SE
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme GT Neo 5 SE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Realme GT Neo 5 SE by 83.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme GT Neo 5 SE
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme GT Neo 5 SE (91/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT Neo 5 SE is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT Neo 5 SE is a bit better (43/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT Neo 5 SE is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme GT Neo 5 SE?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Realme GT Neo 5 SE by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme GT Neo 5 SE?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme GT Neo 5 SE — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme GT Neo 5 SE?
The Realme GT Neo 5 SE leads on camera score (43/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme GT Neo 5 SE?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme GT Neo 5 SE?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Realme GT Neo 5 SE is a better fit for active users.