Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo X300 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo X300 Pro (2025) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $469 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Pro leads — 88/100 vs 71/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6510); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,326,259 vs 2,604,459).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo X300 Pro
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6510 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 218g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $899
- Better portability (46/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3326259 vs 2604459
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 77/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo X300 Pro, the Vivo X300 Pro scores 17 points higher (88/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro leads (96/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100; 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 X300 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (94/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (96/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (81/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo X300 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 3326259 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 171 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 161.2×75.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X300 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.57
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:30 hrs, total 24:37 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo X300 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Pro leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 21.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $430. Poco X8 Pro Max was $430 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (94/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (96/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (81/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo X300 Pro are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo X300 Pro — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Vivo X300 Pro leads on camera score (96/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo X300 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo X300 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.