Poco X8 Pro vs Realme 12x
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Realme 12x (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 41/100 (a 23-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 513,809).
Poco X8 Pro
Realme 12x
- Higher AnTuTu: 1982033 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1884
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 190g vs 196g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Realme 12x, the Poco X8 Pro scores 23 points higher (64/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (76/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12x (83/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12x (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12x is a bit better (66/100 vs 57/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Realme 12x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | |
| AnTuTu | 1982033 | 513809 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 689 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 1884 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 720x1604 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 625 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 165.6×76.1×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | — |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme 12x
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12x
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme 12x
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Realme 12x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Realme 12x by 285.8% in our overall performance rating.
Realme 12x
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (76/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12x (83/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12x (68/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12x is a bit better (66/100 vs 57/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Realme 12x?
The Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 12x by 23 points (64/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Realme 12x?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Realme 12x — 41/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Realme 12x?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Realme 12x?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Realme 12x?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Realme 12x is a better fit for everyday use.