Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme P4
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme P4 (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7400; launch prices were $469 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 57/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 953,150); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme P4 doesn't; the Realme P4 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme P4
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3185
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 68/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Realme P4 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $229 vs $469
- Better portability (66/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme P4, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 14 points higher (71/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Realme P4 — 68/100; 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 P4 (91/100 vs 57/100). 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 and the Realme P4 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme P4 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (66/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme P4 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Dimensity 7400 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2392 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.3×75.9×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $229 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme P4
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme P4
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme P4
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme P4, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Realme P4 by 173.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $240. Realme P4 was $240 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme P4 (91/100 vs 57/100).
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 and the Realme P4 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme P4 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (66/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme P4?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Realme P4 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme P4?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme P4 — 57/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme P4?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme P4?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.