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 (2,629,444 vs 1,913,976); the Vivo V70 Elite is noticeably lighter (192g vs 218g).

The Vivo V70 Elite edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Performance 90
Display 84
Camera 37
Battery 77
Portability 46
Value for money 72
Vivo V70 Elite
Performance 76
Display 84
Camera 64
Battery 68
Portability 71
Value for money 82
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2629444 vs 1913976
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 1930
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 4817
  • Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 90W

  • Higher performance (90/100 vs 76/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 68/100)
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 (90/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo V70 Elite leads (64/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 72/100, Vivo V70 Elite — 82/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (90/100 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 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V70 Elite notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (71/100 vs 46/100).

Poco X8 Pro Max: The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.
Vivo V70 Elite: The Vivo V70 Elite is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco X8 Pro Max Vivo V70 Elite
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
AnTuTu 2629444 1913976
Geekbench Single 3228 1930
Geekbench Multi 9553 4817
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 2772x1280 2800x1260
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 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/f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
37
camera
Vivo V70 Elite
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
64
camera
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Vivo V70 Elite
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2800x1260
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 8500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Vivo V70 Elite
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • No wireless charging
68
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo V70 Elite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco X8 Pro Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
71/100
2629444 AnTuTu
Vivo V70 Elite Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3
72/100 -37.4%
1913976 AnTuTu

Poco X8 Pro Max leads Vivo V70 Elite by 37.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Poco X8 Pro Max
$469
Vivo V70 Elite
$400

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 is a bit better (90/100 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 68/100).

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 (90/100 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, budget-conscious buyers.