Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo X200 Ultra
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo X200 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $469 and $889. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads — 86/100 vs 71/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo X200 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,092,340 vs 2,604,459).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo X200 Ultra
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 3100
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 10095
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 218g vs 229g
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $889
- Better portability (46/100 vs 34/100)
What makes Vivo X200 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3092340 vs 2604459
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo X200 Ultra, the Vivo X200 Ultra scores 15 points higher (86/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Vivo X200 Ultra — 86/100; 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 Vivo X200 Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (93/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (78/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (46/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo X200 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 3092340 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 10095 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 167 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 / OriginOS 5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.1×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 229 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $889 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X200 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X200 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X200 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:14 hrs, total 24:25 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo X200 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X200 Ultra leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 15.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $420. Poco X8 Pro Max was $420 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (92/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (93/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (78/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (46/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Vivo X200 Ultra is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo X200 Ultra — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Vivo X200 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo X200 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.