Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme Neo8
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme Neo8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo8 leads — 66/100 vs 62/100 (a 4-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 2,629,444).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme Neo8
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 2903
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 8000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 69/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3222272 vs 2629444
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9602 vs 9553
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 218g
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (51/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (31/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme Neo8, the Realme Neo8 scores 4 points higher (66/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 leads (51/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (51/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 69/100). In the "design" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (31/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme Neo8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | 3222272 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 2903 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 9602 | |
| 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, Realme UI 7.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 6500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 162.0×77.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 215 g | |
| Price | $469 | — |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme Neo8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Neo8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme Neo8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo8 leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 18.4% in our overall performance rating.
Realme Neo8
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo8 is a bit better (71/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo8 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (51/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 69/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme Neo8 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (31/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme Neo8 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 4 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 62/100, the Realme Neo8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on camera score (51/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme Neo8?
The Realme Neo8 leads on performance (71/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme Neo8?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Realme Neo8 is a better fit for active users.