Poco X8 Pro vs Vivo X500 Pro Max
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Vivo X500 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 64/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo X500 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (4,838,033 vs 2,085,754).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro
Vivo X500 Pro Max
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Overall rating 64/100
What makes Vivo X500 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4838033 vs 2085754
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 6405
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Vivo X500 Pro Max, the Vivo X500 Pro Max scores 28 points higher (92/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max leads (85/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (100/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (85/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Vivo X500 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 2085754 | 4838033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1555 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6405 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 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 | — | |
| Launch price | $350 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro Max
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Vivo X500 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro Max leads Poco X8 Pro by 56.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X500 Pro Max
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (100/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro Max notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (85/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro by 28 points (92/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Vivo X500 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Vivo X500 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Vivo X500 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X500 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.