Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme P4x
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme P4x (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra; launch prices were $469 and $190. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 52/100 (a 19-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 876,440); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme P4x doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme P4x
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 876440
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2939
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 56/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 76/100)
What makes Realme P4x better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 208g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $190 vs $469
- Better portability (50/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme P4x, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 19 points higher (71/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Realme P4x — 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 P4x (91/100 vs 56/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme P4x (77/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme P4x and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme P4x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 876440 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2939 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 165.9×76.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 208 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $190 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme P4x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme P4x
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme P4x
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme P4x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Realme P4x by 197.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $279. Realme P4x was $279 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme P4x (91/100 vs 56/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 76/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme P4x (77/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme P4x and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme P4x?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Realme P4x — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme P4x?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme P4x — 52/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme P4x?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme P4x?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme P4x?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.