Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $469 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 71/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 2,604,459).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $599
- Overall rating 71/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 2604459
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 215g vs 218g
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 15 points higher (86/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100; 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 iQOO 15 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (94/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (85/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 30.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $130. Poco X8 Pro Max was $130 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (94/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 is a bit better (85/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.