Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme Narzo 20 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme Narzo 20 Pro (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 42/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 535,127); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Narzo 20 Pro doesn't; the Realme Narzo 20 Pro is noticeably lighter (191g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme Narzo 20 Pro
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 58/100)
What makes Realme Narzo 20 Pro better?
- Lighter: 191g vs 218g
- Better portability (49/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme Narzo 20 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 29 points higher (71/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 20 Pro (91/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 20 Pro (84/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme Narzo 20 Pro are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 20 Pro (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo 20 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (49/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme Narzo 20 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G95 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 535127 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 672 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1908 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 65W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 10, Realme UI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 162.3×75.4×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme Narzo 20 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Narzo 20 Pro
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme Narzo 20 Pro
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme Narzo 20 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Realme Narzo 20 Pro by 386.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme Narzo 20 Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 20 Pro (91/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 20 Pro (84/100 vs 58/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme Narzo 20 Pro are nearly equal (37/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 20 Pro (77/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo 20 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (49/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme Narzo 20 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 20 Pro by 29 points (71/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme Narzo 20 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme Narzo 20 Pro — 42/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme Narzo 20 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme Narzo 20 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.