Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $469 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 70/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 8400); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 2,604,459).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 8400 mAh
- Lighter: 218g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $840
- Better portability (46/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 2604459
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 8932
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 88/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 19 points higher (89/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 77/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 64/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 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 iQOO 16 is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (90/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO 16 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 8400 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 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 52.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $371. Poco X8 Pro Max was $371 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 is a bit better (90/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO 16 are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 88/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.