Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads — 76/100 vs 71/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 8500); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 3,032,039).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Lighter: 218g vs 225g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 3032039
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 8932
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 8500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 90/100)
- 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 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 5 points higher (76/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 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 12 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 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 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3032039 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 9000 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 / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 34.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 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 12 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 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 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 5 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 12?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 90/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.