Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme Narzo 50
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme Narzo 50 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 44/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,629,444 vs 493,222); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Narzo 50 doesn't; the Realme Narzo 50 is noticeably lighter (194g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme Narzo 50
- Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 678
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1895
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 66/100)
- Lighter: 194g vs 218g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme Narzo 50, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 27 points higher (71/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo 50 is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme Narzo 50 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G96 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 493222 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 678 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1895 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2412 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, Realme UI 2.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 164.1×75.5×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 194 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme Narzo 50
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Narzo 50
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme Narzo 50
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme Narzo 50, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Realme Narzo 50 by 433.1% in our overall performance rating.
Realme Narzo 50
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (90/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (84/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Narzo 50 is a bit better (57/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme Narzo 50?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 by 27 points (71/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme Narzo 50?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme Narzo 50 — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme Narzo 50?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme Narzo 50?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme Narzo 50?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Realme Narzo 50 is a better fit for everyday use.