Poco X8 Pro vs Realme 12 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Realme 12 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1; launch prices were $350 and $215. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 55/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,982,033 vs 736,675).
Poco X8 Pro
Realme 12 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 1982033 vs 736675
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 935
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 2719
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 56/100)
- Lighter: 190g vs 196g
- Cheaper at launch: $215 vs $350
- Better camera (49/100 vs 37/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Realme 12 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro scores 9 points higher (64/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro leads (49/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 68/100, Realme 12 Pro — 70/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (76/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Realme 12 Pro are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (49/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (68/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Realme 12 Pro are nearly equal (57/100 vs 56/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Realme 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1982033 | 736675 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 935 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 2719 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1080x2412 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 32 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 950 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 161.5×74.0×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $215 |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Realme 12 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Realme 12 Pro by 169.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $135. Realme 12 Pro was $135 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (76/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Realme 12 Pro are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Pro is a bit better (49/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 Pro (68/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Realme 12 Pro are nearly equal (57/100 vs 56/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Realme 12 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro edges out the Realme 12 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Realme 12 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Realme 12 Pro — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Realme 12 Pro?
The Realme 12 Pro leads on camera score (49/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Realme 12 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Realme 12 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Realme 12 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.