Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme Neo8
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $469 and $429. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 77/100 vs 71/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 8000); the Realme Neo8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,222,272 vs 3,032,039).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme Neo8
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 8000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 71/100)
What makes Realme Neo8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 3032039
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 8932
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $429 vs $469
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 90/100)
- Better camera (56/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (47/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 6 points higher (77/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (56/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Realme Neo8 — 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 Realme Neo8 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (56/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (47/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3032039 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $429 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 5.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $40. Realme Neo8 was $40 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (91/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (56/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (47/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 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 Neo8?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme Neo8 — 77/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (56/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme Neo8?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.