Poco X8 Pro Max vs Vivo Y51 Pro
The Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Vivo Y51 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7360 Turbo; launch prices were $469 and $230. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 49/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 7200); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 925,409); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y51 Pro doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro Max
Vivo Y51 Pro
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 925409
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1025
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2882
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 7200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Lighter: 218g vs 219g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 56/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 43/100)
What makes Vivo Y51 Pro better?
- Cheaper at launch: $230 vs $469
- Overall rating 49/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro Max vs the Vivo Y51 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 22 points higher (71/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro Max — 66/100, Vivo Y51 Pro — 52/100; 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 Y51 Pro (91/100 vs 56/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y51 Pro (84/100 vs 55/100). 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 Y51 Pro (77/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo Y51 Pro are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro Max | Vivo Y51 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | MediaTek Dimensity 7360 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 2604459 | 925409 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 1025 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2882 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8500 mAh | 7200 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1250 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $469 | $230 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo Y51 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y51 Pro
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y51 Pro
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro Max and Vivo Y51 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Vivo Y51 Pro by 181.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $239. Vivo Y51 Pro was $239 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y51 Pro (91/100 vs 56/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Vivo Y51 Pro (84/100 vs 55/100).
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 Y51 Pro (77/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo Y51 Pro are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo Y51 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y51 Pro by 22 points (71/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro Max and the Vivo Y51 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo Y51 Pro — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro Max or the Vivo Y51 Pro?
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 Y51 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro Max over the Vivo Y51 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.