Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 70/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7000); the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 2,604,459).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7000 mAh
- Overall rating 70/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 2604459
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 8932
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 88/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 22 points higher (92/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 77/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 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 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | — | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 46.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X500 Pro Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (85/100 vs 77/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max by 22 points (92/100 vs 70/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 88/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.