Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo X500
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $469 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 70/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7500); the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 2,604,459).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo X500
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Cheaper at launch: $469 vs $820
- Overall rating 70/100
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 2604459
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 2725
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 8932
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 211g vs 218g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 88/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 19 points higher (89/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 64/100, Vivo X500 — 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 is a bit better (96/100 vs 88/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2725 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8932 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Poco X8 Pro Max by 33.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $351. Poco X8 Pro Max was $351 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (96/100 vs 88/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (94/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 is a bit better (84/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X500 and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (50/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro Max — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo X500?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 88/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo X500?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.