Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo X300 FE
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Vivo X300 FE (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5; launch prices were $469 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 FE leads — 79/100 vs 71/100 (a 8-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 (3,032,039 vs 2,869,139); the Vivo X300 FE is noticeably lighter (190g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo X300 FE
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3032039 vs 2869139
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $699
- Overall rating 71/100
What makes Vivo X300 FE better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2833 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9119 vs 8932
- Lighter: 190g vs 218g
- Better camera (64/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (65/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo X300 FE, the Vivo X300 FE scores 8 points higher (79/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 FE leads (64/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Vivo X300 FE — 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, both devices are on the same level — 90/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 FE and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 FE notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (64/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 FE and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (81/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 FE notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (65/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo X300 FE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3032039 | 2869139 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 2833 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 9119 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1216x2640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $699 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X300 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 FE
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 FE
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo X300 FE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Vivo X300 FE by 5.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $230. Poco X8 Pro Max was $230 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 90/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 FE and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 FE notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (64/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 FE and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (81/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 FE notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (65/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X300 FE?
The Vivo X300 FE edges out the Poco X8 Pro Max by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo X300 FE?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo X300 FE — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X300 FE?
The Vivo X300 FE leads on camera score (64/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo X300 FE?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo X300 FE is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.