Poco X8 Pro Max vs Realme V23i
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Realme V23i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 35/100 (a 36-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 is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 515,647); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V23i doesn't; the Realme V23i is noticeably lighter (185g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Realme V23i
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1736
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Realme V23i better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 218g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Realme V23i, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 36 points higher (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V23i (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V23i (84/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme V23i (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme V23i (77/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme V23i notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (66/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Realme V23i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 515647 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 690 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1736 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme V23i
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme V23i
- 6.6" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme V23i
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Realme V23i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Realme V23i by 405.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme V23i
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V23i (91/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V23i (84/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme V23i (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme V23i (77/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme V23i 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 V23i?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme V23i by 36 points (71/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Realme V23i?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Realme V23i — 35/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme V23i?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Realme V23i?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Realme V23i?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.