Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo iQOO U5
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo iQOO U5 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 45/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 592,015); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO U5 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO U5 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo iQOO U5
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 592015
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 905
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2101
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO U5 better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 218g
- Better portability (65/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo iQOO U5, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 26 points higher (71/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO U5 (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO U5 (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO U5 (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO U5 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (65/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo iQOO U5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 592015 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 905 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2101 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, OriginOS 1.0 for iQOO | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 164.0×75.8×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO U5
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO U5
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO U5
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo iQOO U5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Vivo iQOO U5 by 339.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO U5
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO U5 (91/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO U5 (84/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO U5 (77/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO U5 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (65/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO U5?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO U5 by 26 points (71/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO U5?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo iQOO U5 — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO U5?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO U5?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo iQOO U5?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.