Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo Y28 4G
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo Y28 4G (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 37/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 6000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 348,562); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y28 4G doesn't; the Vivo Y28 4G is noticeably lighter (199g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo Y28 4G
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo Y28 4G better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 218g
- Better portability (60/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo Y28 4G, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 34 points higher (71/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y28 4G (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y28 4G (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y28 4G (77/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y28 4G is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo Y28 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 348562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 419 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 1461 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 165.7×76.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y28 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y28 4G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1608
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y28 4G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo Y28 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Vivo Y28 4G by 647.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Y28 4G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y28 4G (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y28 4G (84/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y28 4G (77/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y28 4G is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo Y28 4G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y28 4G by 34 points (71/100 vs 37/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo Y28 4G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo Y28 4G — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo Y28 4G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo Y28 4G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo Y28 4G?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.