Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $469 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 70/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6510); the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 2,604,459); the Vivo X500 Pro is noticeably lighter (192g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6510 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $970
- Overall rating 70/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 2604459
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 8932
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 192g vs 218g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 88/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 20 points higher (90/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 88/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 64/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 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 X500 Pro is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (81/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (63/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 48.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $501. Poco X8 Pro Max was $501 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (100/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (81/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (63/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max by 20 points (90/100 vs 70/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 88/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.