Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme Neo7x
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme Neo7x (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4; launch prices were $469 and $190. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 54/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 975,254); the Realme Neo7x is noticeably lighter (194g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme Neo7x
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 975254
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1087
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3148
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Realme Neo7x better?
- Lighter: 194g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $190 vs $469
- Better portability (63/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme Neo7x, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 17 points higher (71/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 58/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Realme Neo7x — 72/100; 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 Neo7x (91/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). 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 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7x (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo7x notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (63/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme Neo7x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 975254 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1087 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3148 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.2×75.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 194 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $190 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme Neo7x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Neo7x
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo7x
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme Neo7x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Realme Neo7x by 167.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $279. Realme Neo7x was $279 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme Neo7x (91/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
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 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7x (77/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo7x notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (63/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme Neo7x?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Realme Neo7x — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme Neo7x?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme Neo7x — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme Neo7x?
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 Neo7x?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme Neo7x?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.