Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 53/100 (a 18-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 971,424); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 971424
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1167
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2577
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 218g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 18 points higher (71/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (77/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (68/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 971424 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1167 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2577 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 168.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (91/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
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 Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (77/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (68/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
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 Z9 (India)?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.