Poco X8 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $350 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 63/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 1,977,887); the Poco X8 Pro is noticeably lighter (196g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $499
- Better portability (57/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 1977887
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 6405
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 19 points higher (82/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 60/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; 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 Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (99/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (65/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (75/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1977887 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Poco X8 Pro by 58.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $149. Poco X8 Pro was $149 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (97/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (99/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (65/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (75/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is noticeably better than the Poco X8 Pro — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.