Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo T5x
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo T5x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo; launch prices were $469 and $225. 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 7200); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 953,150); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo T5x doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo T5x
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3185
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Lighter: 218g vs 219g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 57/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 65/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo T5x better?
- Cheaper at launch: $225 vs $469
- Overall rating 53/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo T5x, 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 60/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Vivo T5x — 62/100; 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 T5x (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (84/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100. In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (77/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo T5x are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo T5x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2344 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16, OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $225 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo T5x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo T5x
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo T5x
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo T5x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Vivo T5x by 173.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $244. Vivo T5x was $244 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo T5x (91/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (84/100 vs 65/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 37/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo T5x (77/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo T5x are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo T5x?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Vivo T5x — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo T5x?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo T5x — 53/100.
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo T5x?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo T5x?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.