Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme V21
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) and the Realme V21 (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 10/100 (a 52-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 V21 doesn't.
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme V21
- 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)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme V21, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 52 points higher (62/100 vs 10/100). 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 V21 (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (77/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme V21 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (50/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme V21 (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme V21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" TFT | |
| 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 | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | — | |
| Price | $469 | — |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme V21
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme V21
- 6.6" TFT
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme V21
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme V21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (32/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (77/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme V21 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (50/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme V21 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme V21?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V21 by 52 points (62/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme V21?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Realme V21 — 10/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme V21?
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 V21?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme V21?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Realme V21 is a better fit for everyday use.