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 — 62/100 vs 30/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); 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).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 27/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 42/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 188g vs 218g
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 32 points higher (62/100 vs 30/100). 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 42/100). 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 Z9 (India) (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (77/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (65/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | — | |
| 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 | |
| Price | $469 | — |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
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
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (77/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (65/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 32 points (62/100 vs 30/100).
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 62/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
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 (32/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
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 Z9 (India)?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.