Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo S50
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo S50 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3; launch prices were $469 and $390. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S50 leads — 72/100 vs 71/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6500); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,794,400); the Vivo S50 is noticeably lighter (196g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo S50
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1794400
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Vivo S50 better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $390 vs $469
- Better camera (64/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo S50, the Vivo S50 scores 1 points higher (72/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 leads (64/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Vivo S50 — 74/100; 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 notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (91/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo S50 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (66/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo S50 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 1794400 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1923 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 5179 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 157.5×74.3×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $390 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo S50
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo S50
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo S50
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo S50, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Vivo S50 by 45.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $79. Vivo S50 was $79 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo S50 (91/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo S50 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (64/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S50 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (66/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo S50?
The Vivo S50 edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo S50?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo S50 — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo S50?
The Vivo S50 leads on camera score (64/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo S50?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo S50?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo S50 is a better fit for active users.