Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo T5 5G
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo T5 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7500 Turbo; launch prices were $469 and $235. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 60/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7050); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 1,106,227); the Vivo T5 5G is noticeably lighter (199g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo T5 5G
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1106227
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1089
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3276
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7050 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Vivo T5 5G better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 199g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $235 vs $469
- Better camera (40/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo T5 5G, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 11 points higher (71/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Vivo T5 5G — 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 significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 5G (91/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo T5 5G is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo T5 5G and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo T5 5G (77/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo T5 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo T5 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 7500 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 1106227 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1089 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3276 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7050 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 164.4×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $235 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo T5 5G
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo T5 5G
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo T5 5G
- 7050 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo T5 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Vivo T5 5G by 135.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $234. Vivo T5 5G was $234 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo T5 5G (91/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo T5 5G is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo T5 5G and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (40/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo T5 5G (77/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo T5 5G is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo T5 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Vivo T5 5G — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo T5 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo T5 5G — 60/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo T5 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo T5 5G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo T5 5G is a better fit for active users.