Poco X8 Pro vs Realme C71
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Realme C71 (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7250; launch prices were $350 and $146. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 42/100 (a 22-point difference).
Poco X8 Pro
Realme C71
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1800
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 55/100)
- Cheaper at launch: $146 vs $350
- Better portability (64/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Realme C71, the Poco X8 Pro scores 22 points higher (64/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 68/100, Realme C71 — 60/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (76/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C71 (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 and the Realme C71 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C71 is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Realme C71 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Unisoc T7250 | |
| AnTuTu | 1982033 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 600 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 1800 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 720x1604 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 725 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | 165.8×75.9×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $146 |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Realme C71
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C71
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Realme C71
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Launch price difference: $204. Realme C71 was $204 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C71 (76/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Realme C71 (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 and the Realme C71 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C71 is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Realme C71?
The Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme C71 by 22 points (64/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Realme C71?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Realme C71 — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Realme C71?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Realme C71?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Realme C71?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Realme C71 is a better fit for everyday use.