Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme realme V23i
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme realme V23i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 11/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme realme V23i doesn't; the Realme realme V23i is noticeably lighter (185g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme realme V23i
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 185g vs 218g
- Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme realme V23i, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 51 points higher (62/100 vs 11/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme realme V23i significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (68/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme realme V23i (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme realme V23i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" LCD IPS | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.8×75.1×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 185 g | |
| Price | $469 | — |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme realme V23i
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme realme V23i
- 6.6" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme realme V23i
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme realme V23i
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (32/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (77/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme realme V23i significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (68/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme realme V23i (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme realme V23i?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i by 51 points (62/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme realme V23i?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Realme realme V23i — 11/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme realme V23i?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme realme V23i?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme realme V23i?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Realme realme V23i is a better fit for everyday use.