Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo iQOO 15R
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo iQOO 15R (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $469 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15R leads — 73/100 vs 71/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6500); the Vivo iQOO 15R is faster in AnTuTu (2,817,788 vs 2,604,459); the Vivo iQOO 15R is noticeably lighter (197g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo iQOO 15R
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6500 mAh
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 74/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15R better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2817788 vs 2604459
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 197g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $469
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 91/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo iQOO 15R, the Vivo iQOO 15R scores 2 points higher (73/100 vs 71/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Vivo iQOO 15R — 70/100; 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 15R and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (93/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (77/100 vs 74/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (62/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo iQOO 15R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 2817788 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 157.6×74.4×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 15R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15R
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo iQOO 15R, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15R leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 7.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $19. Vivo iQOO 15R was $19 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (93/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO 15R are nearly equal (77/100 vs 74/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 15R notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (62/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Vivo iQOO 15R edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo iQOO 15R — 73/100.
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo iQOO 15R?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo iQOO 15R is a better fit for gamers and power users.