Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo V70 Elite
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo V70 Elite (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3; launch prices were $469 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo V70 Elite 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 1,913,976); the Vivo V70 Elite is noticeably lighter (192g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo V70 Elite
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 1913976
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5179
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 76/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Vivo V70 Elite better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $469
- Better camera (64/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (71/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo V70 Elite, the Vivo V70 Elite scores 1 points higher (72/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo V70 Elite leads (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Vivo V70 Elite — 72/100; 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 V70 Elite (91/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo V70 Elite 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 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V70 Elite notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (71/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo V70 Elite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 1913976 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1923 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 5179 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 157.5×74.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $400 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo V70 Elite
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo V70 Elite
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo V70 Elite
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo V70 Elite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Vivo V70 Elite by 36.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $69. Vivo V70 Elite was $69 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo V70 Elite (91/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo V70 Elite 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 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V70 Elite notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (71/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo V70 Elite?
The Vivo V70 Elite 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 V70 Elite?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo V70 Elite — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo V70 Elite?
The Vivo V70 Elite leads on camera score (64/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo V70 Elite?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo V70 Elite?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo V70 Elite is a better fit for active users.