Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo Y500 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo Y500 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400; launch prices were $469 and $220. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 63/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 953,150); the Vivo Y500 Pro is noticeably lighter (199g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo Y500 Pro
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 953150
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1061
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3185
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Vivo Y500 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $469
- Better camera (50/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 77/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo Y500 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 8 points higher (71/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro leads (50/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Vivo Y500 Pro — 82/100; 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 Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 Pro (91/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro is a bit better (82/100 vs 77/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo Y500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $220 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y500 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y500 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo Y500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Vivo Y500 Pro by 173.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $249. Vivo Y500 Pro was $249 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500 Pro (91/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro and the Poco X8 Pro Max are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro is a bit better (82/100 vs 77/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y500 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max edges out the Vivo Y500 Pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo Y500 Pro — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Vivo Y500 Pro leads on camera score (50/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo Y500 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Vivo Y500 Pro is a better fit for those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.