Poco M8 vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Poco M8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $209 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 54/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5520); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 837,903); the Poco M8 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M8
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Poco M8 better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $209 vs $899
- Better portability (79/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 837903
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5520 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M8 vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 34 points higher (88/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (81/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Poco M8 — 66/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (96/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Poco M8 (81/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (79/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M8 | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 837903 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1013 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5520 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 4 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.4×7.4 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 178 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $209 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Poco M8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco M8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M8
- 5520 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M8 and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Poco M8 by 74.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $690. Poco M8 was $690 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (94/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Pro is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (96/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro notably outperforms the Poco M8 (81/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Pro (79/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M8 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco M8 by 34 points (88/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M8 and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Poco M8 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M8 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M8 or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on performance (94/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco M8 over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.