Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo X300s
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo X300s (2026) runs on the Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $469 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 89/100 vs 71/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300s is faster in AnTuTu (3,703,823 vs 2,604,459).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo X300s
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7100 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $723
- Better portability (46/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 2604459
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 217g vs 218g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 91/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 18 points higher (89/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Vivo X300s — 92/100; 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 X300s and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (95/100 vs 91/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (94/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (83/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo X300s | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 3703823 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2800x1260 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $723 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300s
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2800x1260
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 29.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $254. Poco X8 Pro Max was $254 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (95/100 vs 91/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (94/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300s is a bit better (83/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (46/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo X300s?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo X300s — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X300s?
The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 37/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo X300s?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.