Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo iQOO Z11i
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo iQOO Z11i (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2; launch prices were $469 and $175. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 39/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 568,395); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z11i doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo iQOO Z11i
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2115
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z11i better?
- Lighter: 209g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $469
- Better portability (49/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo iQOO Z11i, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 32 points higher (71/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Vivo iQOO Z11i — 46/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11i (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11i (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11i (37/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11i (77/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11i and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (49/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo iQOO Z11i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 568395 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 915 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2115 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $175 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO Z11i
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z11i
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z11i
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo iQOO Z11i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Vivo iQOO Z11i by 358.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $294. Vivo iQOO Z11i was $294 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11i (91/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11i (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11i (37/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11i (77/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11i and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (49/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Z11i?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11i by 32 points (71/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO Z11i?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11i — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Z11i?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Z11i?
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 Z11i?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.