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; estimated prices are $469 and $723. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300s leads — 82/100 vs 62/100 (a 20-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 2,629,444).

The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max by 20 points (82/100 vs 62/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Performance 65
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 27
Value for money 78
Vivo X300s
Performance 80
Display 100
Camera 94
Battery 76
Design 28
Value for money 60
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7100 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
  • Cheaper: $469 vs $723

  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 76/100)
  • Better value for money (78/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Vivo X300s better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3703823 vs 2629444
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
  • Lighter: 217g vs 218g

  • Higher performance (80/100 vs 65/100)
  • Better camera (94/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (28/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo X300s, the Vivo X300s scores 20 points higher (82/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s leads (80/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s leads (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (80/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (94/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (77/100 vs 76/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo X300s and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (28/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (78/100 vs 60/100).

Poco X8 Pro Max: The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo X300s: The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco X8 Pro Max Vivo X300s
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Dimensity 9500
AnTuTu 2629444 3703823
Geekbench Single 3228 3228
Geekbench Multi 9553 9553
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
Price $469 $723
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Vivo X300s
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
94
camera
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo X300s
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2800x1260
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 8500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Vivo X300s
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 40W
76
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Poco X8 Pro Max MediaTek Dimensity 9500
62/100
2629444 AnTuTu
Vivo X300s Dimensity 9500
82/100 +29.0%
3703823 AnTuTu

Vivo X300s leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 29.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco X8 Pro Max
$469
Vivo X300s
$723

Price difference: $254. Poco X8 Pro Max is cheaper by $254.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300s notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (80/100 vs 65/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (94/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo X300s are nearly equal (77/100 vs 76/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo X300s and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (28/100 vs 27/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo X300s (78/100 vs 60/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X300s?

The Vivo X300s significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max by 20 points (82/100 vs 62/100).

What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo X300s?

The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo X300s — 82/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X300s?

The Vivo X300s leads on camera score (94/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X300s?

The Vivo X300s leads on performance (80/100 vs 65/100).

Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo X300s?

The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo X300s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.