Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme V23
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme V23 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 810. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 42/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,614,916 vs 569,913); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V23 doesn't; the Realme V23 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme V23
- Higher AnTuTu: 2614916 vs 569913
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 684
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 54/100)
- Lighter: 190g vs 218g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme V23, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 29 points higher (71/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V23 (90/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V23 (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V23 (77/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme V23 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (63/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme V23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 810 | |
| AnTuTu | 2614916 | 569913 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | 684 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | 1900 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.8×75.1×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme V23
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme V23
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme V23
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme V23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Realme V23 by 358.8% in our overall performance rating.
Realme V23
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V23 (90/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V23 (84/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V23 (77/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme V23 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (63/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme V23?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V23 by 29 points (71/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme V23?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme V23 — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme V23?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme V23?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (90/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme V23?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Realme V23 is a better fit for everyday use.