Poco M8 vs Vivo X300s
The Poco M8 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $209 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 54/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300s has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5520); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 837,903); the Poco M8 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M8
Vivo X300s
What makes Poco M8 better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $209 vs $723
- Better portability (79/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 837903
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5520 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M8 vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 35 points higher (89/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s leads (83/100 vs 54/100). Value score: Poco M8 — 66/100, Vivo X300s — 92/100; 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 X300s significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Poco M8 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (94/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Poco M8 (83/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (79/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M8 | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 837903 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1013 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5520 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 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 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP66 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.4×7.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 178 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $209 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Poco M8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco M8
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M8
- 5520 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M8 and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Poco M8 by 77.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $514. Poco M8 was $514 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (95/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Poco M8 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco M8 (94/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Poco M8 (83/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco M8 significantly outperforms the Vivo X300s (79/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M8 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco M8 by 35 points (89/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Poco M8 and the Vivo X300s?
The Poco M8 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M8 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco M8 or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on performance (95/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Poco M8 over the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.