Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo Y23

The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo Y23 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 62/100 vs 20/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 doesn't; the Vivo Y23 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 218g).

The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 by 42 points (62/100 vs 20/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Performance 65
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 77
Design 27
Value for money 78
Vivo Y23
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 50
Battery 12
Design 76
Value for money 55
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 8500 vs 4000 mAh

  • Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (77/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (78/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 179g vs 218g

  • Better camera (50/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 27/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo Y23, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 42 points higher (62/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 leads (50/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 12/100). 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 (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (50/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 (77/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (76/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 (78/100 vs 55/100).

Poco X8 Pro Max: The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y23: The Vivo Y23 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco X8 Pro Max Vivo Y23
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9500 MediaTek Dimensity 920
AnTuTu 2629444
Geekbench Single 3228
Geekbench Multi 9553
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.4" Amoled
Resolution 2772x1280 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 8500 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 20 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 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 157.2×72.4×7.4 mm
Weight 218 g 179 g
Price $469
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Vivo Y23
  • Main: 64MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
50
camera
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2772x1280
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y23
  • 6.4" Amoled
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
  • 8500 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
77
battery
Vivo Y23
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco X8 Pro Max
$469
Vivo Y23
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 (65/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (50/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 (77/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro Max (76/100 vs 27/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 (78/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo Y23?

The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 by 42 points (62/100 vs 20/100).

What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo Y23?

The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 62/100, the Vivo Y23 — 20/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo Y23?

The Vivo Y23 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo Y23?

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?

The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 is a better fit for everyday use.