Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo V23e
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo V23e (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 49/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4050); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 493,222); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo V23e doesn't; the Vivo V23e is noticeably lighter (172g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo V23e
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1793
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4050 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 28/100)
What makes Vivo V23e better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 172g vs 218g
- Better camera (51/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo V23e, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 22 points higher (71/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo V23e leads (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V23e (91/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo V23e is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V23e (77/100 vs 28/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V23e significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (83/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo V23e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G96 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 493222 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 674 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1793 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 4050 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 160.9×74.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 172 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo V23e
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo V23e
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo V23e
- 4050 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo V23e, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Vivo V23e by 428.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo V23e
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V23e (91/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo V23e is a bit better (51/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V23e (77/100 vs 28/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V23e significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (83/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo V23e?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V23e by 22 points (71/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo V23e?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo V23e — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo V23e?
The Vivo V23e leads on camera score (51/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo V23e?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo V23e?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.