Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo X300
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Vivo X300 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $469 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 leads — 81/100 vs 70/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo X300 is faster in AnTuTu (3,037,992 vs 2,604,459).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo X300
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $499
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 69/100)
What makes Vivo X300 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3037992 vs 2604459
- Better Geekbench Single: 3352 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10402 vs 8932
- Lighter: 206g vs 218g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 88/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo X300, the Vivo X300 scores 11 points higher (81/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 leads (78/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 64/100, Vivo X300 — 84/100; 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 is a bit better (93/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (78/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 69/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo X300 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 3037992 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 3352 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 10402 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 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 | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 150.6×71.9×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X300
- Main: 50MP 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
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo X300, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 14.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $30. Poco X8 Pro Max was $30 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 is a bit better (93/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 84/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (78/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (77/100 vs 69/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X300 is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X300?
The Vivo X300 is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo X300?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo X300 — 81/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X300?
The Vivo X300 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X300?
The Vivo X300 leads on performance (93/100 vs 88/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo X300?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo X300 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.