Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 22/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 218g).
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 218g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 40 points higher (62/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (78/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (52/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (77/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (86/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (78/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 2629444 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3228 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9553 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $469 | — |
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (52/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (77/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (86/100 vs 27/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (78/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 40 points (62/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.