Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme GT7
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e; launch prices were $469 and $420. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 71/100 (a 6-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 2,415,876).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme GT7
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 2415876
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 7478
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7000 mAh
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 206g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $420 vs $469
- Better camera (61/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 77/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme GT7, the Realme GT7 scores 6 points higher (77/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 77/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Realme GT7 — 80/100; 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 is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (61/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (90/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme GT7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 2415876 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 2233 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 7478 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2780x1264 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 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 | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $420 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme GT7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Realme GT7 by 7.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $49. Realme GT7 was $49 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 84/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (61/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (90/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (53/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme GT7?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme GT7 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme GT7?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme GT7?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 84/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme GT7?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.