Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $469 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 71/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 2,604,459).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7000 mAh
- Lighter: 218g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $950
- Better portability (46/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 2604459
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 20 points higher (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Vivo X300 Ultra — 94/100; 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 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (96/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (85/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (46/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 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 | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 38.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $481. Poco X8 Pro Max was $481 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (96/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (85/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (46/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max by 20 points (91/100 vs 71/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 91/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo X300 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.