Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 26/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 173g vs 218g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 36 points higher (62/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (83/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $469 | — |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (77/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (83/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 by 36 points (62/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.