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).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo X300s
- 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)
- 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)
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).
| 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 |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X300s
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
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
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300s
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo X300s, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300s leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 29.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $254. Poco X8 Pro Max is cheaper by $254.
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).
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.