Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo iQOO Z11
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo iQOO Z11 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500; launch prices were $469 and $290. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 65/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11 has the bigger battery (9020 mAh vs 8500); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 2,120,347).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo iQOO Z11
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 2120347
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 6405
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 218g vs 228g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z11 better?
- Bigger battery: 9020 vs 8500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $469
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo iQOO Z11, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 6 points higher (71/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 77/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Vivo iQOO Z11 — 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 Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (78/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo iQOO Z11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 2120347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 9020 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 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 | 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 228 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $290 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO Z11
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 9020 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo iQOO Z11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Vivo iQOO Z11 by 22.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $179. Vivo iQOO Z11 was $179 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (78/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Vivo iQOO Z11 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11 — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo iQOO Z11 is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.