Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $469 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 71/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 8500); the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 2,604,459).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Lighter: 218g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $548
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 2604459
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 8500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 91/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 4 points higher (75/100 vs 71/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 68/100; 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 Neo 11 Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (95/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (99/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (80/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (46/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 27.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $79. Poco X8 Pro Max was $79 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (95/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (99/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (80/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (46/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.