Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme Narzo 100 Lite
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme Narzo 100 Lite (2026) runs on the Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $469 and $170. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 40/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 528,398); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Narzo 100 Lite doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme Narzo 100 Lite
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1980
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 65/100)
What makes Realme Narzo 100 Lite better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 212g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $170 vs $469
- Better portability (48/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme Narzo 100 Lite, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 31 points higher (71/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 55/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Realme Narzo 100 Lite — 48/100; 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 Narzo 100 Lite (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100 Lite (84/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100 Lite (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100 Lite (77/100 vs 55/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo 100 Lite and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme Narzo 100 Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / realme UI 7.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 166.3×78.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 212 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $170 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme Narzo 100 Lite
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Narzo 100 Lite
- 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 Narzo 100 Lite
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme Narzo 100 Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Realme Narzo 100 Lite by 392.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $299. Realme Narzo 100 Lite was $299 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 100 Lite (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100 Lite (84/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100 Lite (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 100 Lite (77/100 vs 55/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo 100 Lite and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme Narzo 100 Lite?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 100 Lite by 31 points (71/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme Narzo 100 Lite?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme Narzo 100 Lite — 40/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme Narzo 100 Lite?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme Narzo 100 Lite?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme Narzo 100 Lite?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.